Enjoy These In-Season Fruits And Veggies

Roasted asparagus spears.

Roasted asparagus spears.

February is a great month to start getting into some delicious fruits and vegetables. After a long few winter months, the second month of the new year is when produce is at its peak and ready for you to consume. Knowing which fruits and veggies are in season is key when you are grocery shopping and planning future meals. It also helps you save a bit of money. Take a look at this list of the best fruits and veggies to consume during the month of February!

Fruits

  • Apples – This delicious fruit provides you with a ton of nutrients and can go with almost anything. It can be a snack, a dessert, or an essential ingredient in your next salad dish. There are so many different possibilities!
  • Bananas – This year-round fruit is a favorite for many. It can be consumed as a snack, in a smoothie, in muffins, in pancakes, or in pudding.
  • Kiwi – This fruit will add color and a savory flavor to any dish. It is usually consumed as a snack or in a delicious fruit salad.
  • Lemons & Limes – Both of these are also year-round and are great for adding flavor to your dish. Both can be used in a salad dressing, on chicken, on fish, or on almost any type of vegetable. Very versatile fruits.

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Vegetables

  • Asparagus – This veggie is a great source of fiber and Vitamin A, C, E, and K. Perfect side dish for almost any meal. You can roast it in the oven, throw it on the grill, or mix it in with a delicious pasta salad.
  • Brussels Sprouts – This is the comeback vegetable of the past couple of years. A very underrated veggie, it can be prepared best by roasting in the oven. This will bring out the natural sweetness and add some personality to your next meal.
  • Mushrooms – A great source of Vitamin D. This versatile vegetable can be added to a lot of popular dishes: tacos, burgers, pizza, and chicken stir fry. Add this veggie to your next meal and be prepared to fall in love with it.
  • Potatoes – The possibilities are endless with this one! This veggie has been a staple side dish for so many years. You can bake them, roast them, or just wash and eat. Also, the skin is an excellent source of Vitamin C and Potassium.
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