Winter is the season for all season fruits. These fruits are ones you can use in any season of the year, no matter how cold it gets outside. From raspberries to pineapples, winter fruits are fruits that are rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C. Sip some warm apple cider while eating some kiwi or treat yourself to a piece of watermelon. There are other fruits you can enjoy, too, such as grapefruit, pomegranate, and mangoes.
Fruits, vegetables, grains, nuts, and seeds are all great sources of nutrition, but they’re not the only kinds of foods out there. Eggs, cheese, and other dairy products, fish and seafood, meat, poultry, and beans are also good sources of nutrients. But, you might be wondering: are all vegetables seasonal?
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You may not notice the seasonality of foods unless you routinely visit the farmer’s market. To get to your grocery store, most produce items have travelled hundreds, if not thousands, of miles. Knowing what items are in season can encourage you to choose more nutritious, fresher selections at the market. Fortunately, some fruits and vegetables are available all year.
All Season Fruits and Vegetables
Apples
The US is the world’s second-largest producer of apples. That’s why you’ll find a rainbow of different types at most grocery stores. Apples are a fantastic source of nutrients and are readily available. To get the most out of the fibre in the apple, keep the skin on. Fiber promotes a healthy digestive system.
Bananas
Do you require a boost of vitamin C and potassium? With just one fruit, you can obtain both. They start ripening as soon as they’re picked, so don’t be concerned about the minor brown patches that appear over time. As the fruit ripens, these sugar dots indicate the sweetness level.
Lemons
These vitamin C-rich fruits can be used in a variety of ways. It can be used to flavor water, produce a lemon tart, and/or add flavor to savory recipes. Lemons can help you avoid chronic diseases like asthma and cancer by adding them to your diet.
Blueberries
Your grandparents would have laughed if you told them that they could eat fresh blueberries during the winter. Blueberries are available year round, though. Due to the fact that blueberries thrive in South American countries such as Peru and Uruguay in the winter, and are shipped across the continent during the summer.
Papaya
Because of its tropical origins, you can eat this fruit long after summer has passed. Because of its soluble fiber and carotenoids, papaya helps to reduce constipation and macular degeneration.
Cherry tomatoes
You can enjoy cherry tomatoes on a kebab or in a salad, regardless of whether you think of them as all season fruits or vegetables. The high levels of antioxidants in these foods reduce cancer risks, and the minerals they contain are essential for bone health.
Bell peppers
Let your hummus be accompanied by a slice of bell pepper instead of pita chips. If you want something spicy, these colorful veggies may not be your first choice, but they’re definitely worth keeping on hand. Besides lowering cholesterol, bell peppers also boost immunity.
Carrots
Now is not the time to reach for the baby carrots. To get their fun-size appearance, they’ve been processed. Regular carrots are fresher (and healthier) since they are closer to their natural state. Carrots are good for your heart, improve your eyes, and help your liver detox.
Kale
Even though “peak kale” may have passed, this superfood isn’t going away. That’s a good thing. Kale is an excellent source of isothiocyanate, as well as vitamin A, which contributes to healthier hair and skin. It will become more digestible when it is seasoned with fresh lemon juice and olive oil. The best way to make kale tender is to massage it with olive oil 30 minutes before eating it.
Potatoes
Potatoes are a favourite of many people. They’re great as homemade fries or as a substantial addition to a veggie soup. Regardless matter whether the potato is sweet, red skinned, or white, it will give nutritional fibre and carbohydrates without the use of refined sugars.
Grapes
There are different grapes that are grown at different times of the year, as there are apples. It just means that, even though these fruits are available all year round, their availability can change a little from month to month. American grocery stores typically carry grapes grown in California. Typically, we find Chilean and Argentinian varieties in late winter.
