{"id":13768,"date":"2024-05-02T11:45:35","date_gmt":"2024-05-02T15:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/inseasonezine.com\/home\/?p=13768"},"modified":"2024-05-02T11:46:01","modified_gmt":"2024-05-02T15:46:01","slug":"summers-fresh-finest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/inseasonezine.com\/home\/summers-fresh-finest\/","title":{"rendered":"Summer\u2019s Fresh Finest:"},"content":{"rendered":"<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"ngg-singlepic ngg-none\" src=\"https:\/\/inseasonezine.com\/home\/wp-content\/gallery\/articles\/SummersFreshFinest.jpg\" alt=\"Summer\u2019s Fresh Finest:\" \/>\n<h1><span class=\"article_title green\"><strong>Summer\u2019s Fresh Finest:<\/strong><\/span><\/h1>\n<p><span class=\"editorial\"><\/p>\n<h2><strong>A Produce Picks Roundup<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Corn<\/strong><br \/>\nThere\u2019s nothing quite like sweet, juicy kernels of fresh corn in the summer. For simple prep, shuck, remove the silks and give it a quick boil or throw it on the grill. But corn is incredibly versatile for much more \u2013 scatter kernels into salads, salsas and hot dips or let them simmer into rebounded soups and stews.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Zucchini &#038; Summer Squash<\/strong><br \/>\nMild and versatile, zucchini and summer squash are what summer dreams are made of. Stockpile them to grill, roast, saut\u00e9 or bake into crowd-pleasing frittatas, pastas, stir-fries and more. Look for unblemished, vibrant green squash with a tender texture.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cucumbers<\/strong><br \/>\nThese green crunchers are more than just refreshing \u2013 they\u2019re packed with vitamins B and C, plus minerals like iron, calcium and magnesium. Leave the nutrient-rich peels on for extra crunch in salads, tzatziki sauce, chilled soups or quick pickles. Bonus: Cucumbers can even cure bad breath! Simply hold a slice against the roof of your mouth for 30 seconds.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mangoes<\/strong><br \/>\nSucculent mangoes are low in calories but rich in fiber, vitamins A and C, and cholesterol-lowering pectin. For perfect ripeness, pick mangoes with a slight give when gently squeezed. Enjoy them out of hand, in salsas and smoothies or let them tenderize proteins in zesty marinades and chutneys.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Tomatoes<\/strong><br \/>\nNutrient-packed and incredibly versatile, tomatoes deserve a leading role on your summer menus. Their bright red hue delivers a skin-protecting punch of lycopene. Look for firm, smooth-skinned tomatoes for slicing in burgers, salads, and salsas or roasting for concentrated umami flavor.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Watermelon<\/strong><br \/>\nHydrating and delicious, watermelon is a summer essential. This thirst-quenching treat has an incredibly high water content to keep you hydrated, plus a hefty dose of potassium. Choose a heavy, unblemished melon for snacking, salads, cocktails or grilled slices.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Produce Safety Tips<\/strong><br \/>\nAs you load up on summer\u2019s bounty, keep these food safety<br \/>\ntips in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Avoid bruised, damaged produce.<\/li>\n<li>Wash hands, surfaces and produce before prepping.<\/li>\n<li>Keep produce separate from raw meat and eggs.<\/li>\n<li>Refrigerate cut or peeled produce within 2 hours.<\/li>\n<li>When in doubt about freshness, throw it out!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Summer\u2019s Fresh Finest: A Produce Picks Roundup Corn There\u2019s nothing quite like sweet, juicy kernels of fresh corn in the summer. 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