Seasonal Food Guide for March

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My Seasonal Food Guide for March has all of March’s best produce items. I’ve taken this list and given you recipes for what to make and eat in March.

While seasonal foods vary in different regions, my Seasonal Food Guide for March lists foods that are readily available in most areas and in most grocery stores.

artichokes

You can find artichokes year-round in most places, but California artichokes are at their peak March-May. Look for artichokes that are heavy in size with the leaves tightly packed. Avoid any artichokes that are overly dried out.

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asparagus

To look for the freshes asparagus, start at the tips. They should be tightly packed and they should be green but not too dark; dark or very dark green tips mean that the asparagus is not at its freshest. Also, look for firm plump stalks. Avoid asparagus that has limp stalks.

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avocados

Avocados vary in size and color, so giving them a slight squeeze should be the first thing you do to judge if an avocado is ripe or not. They should be firm and have a little give. Another way is to pop off the brown stem on the top of the avocado. It the color underneath is green, it’s good.

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broccoli

When buying broccoli, like other vegetables, look for the flowerets to be tightly packed and firm. It should also have a consistent green color.

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cauliflower

Fresh cauliflower should have a creamy white color with no dark spots or blemishes. It should be firm with tightly packed flowerets.

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lettuce

All lettuce should be bright in color and not wilted. While the pre-bagged lettuce is convenient and tempting to buy, I recommend that you buy fresh lettuce whenever you can. It will taste fresher and last longer.

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limes

Look for limes that are a little soft when you squeeze them and feel heavy which means they are juicy. They should also be a light green color. Limes that are firm and dark green are not ripe and will yield very little juice.

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mushrooms

Mushrooms should be dry and slightly firm. Avoid mushrooms that appear wet or slimy and have dark spots.

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oranges

Look for oranges that are consistent in shape. They should also be a consistent orange color. Give them a squeeze, they should be a little firm but have some give. Like other fruits, test for heaviness. The heavier they are, the more juice they have.

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peas

I think most people use frozen peas due to the convenience. But if you are going to buy fresh pea pods, look for a bright green pod that is on the firm side.

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strawberries

It’s the peak season for Florida strawberries in Florida where I live, so they are everywhere. Look for strawberries that are a bright red color but not too dark; they should all be a consistent size. I find the larger berries to be on the dry side so I like small to medium-sized strawberries. Also, look for signs of mold because fresh strawberries can mold quickly.

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