{"id":15305,"date":"2022-03-23T12:35:32","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T17:35:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.osfhealthcare.org\/blog\/?p=15305"},"modified":"2022-10-26T12:33:16","modified_gmt":"2022-10-26T17:33:16","slug":"produce-in-season-during-the-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osf-blog.live.imagescape.com\/blog\/produce-in-season-during-the-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"What produce is in season during the winter months?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever wondered why some fruits and vegetables cost less during different seasons? It\u2019s because produce is seasonal. Do you know what&#8217;s in season during the winter?<\/p>\n<p>Produce is more affordable when in season because it is easier and cheaper to grow. Seasonal produce may also travel a shorter distance to get to the store if it is grown more locally. This also makes it more sustainable and nutritious than out of season produce.<\/p>\n<div class=\"alignright cta\">\n<p>Need a healthy recipe for that produce?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/\">Search our recipes<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>So next time you decide to buy oranges in January because they cost less, just remember, you are shopping seasonally.<\/p>\n<h2>Citrus fruits<\/h2>\n<p>Citrus is a great acidic addition to any dish. Here are a few ways you can use citrus this winter.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lemons:<\/strong> Add to a chicken or fish dish to enhance flavor. Try this recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/211\/\">Cucumber Greek Salad<\/a> developed by OSF dietitians.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Oranges:<\/strong> Use in a winter salad or eat it as a snack. Try this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myplate.gov\/recipes\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap\/citrus-salad\">Citrus Salad<\/a> from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grapefruit:<\/strong> Cut in half and eat it as a snack or for breakfast. It can also be a great addition to a salad like this recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myplate.gov\/recipes\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap\/grapefruit-spinach-salad\">Grapefruit Spinach Salad<\/a> from the USDA.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cranberries:<\/strong> Use to make a cranberry crisp, which is a healthy dessert option. Try this USDA recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myplate.gov\/recipes\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap\/winter-crisp\">Winter Crisp<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Cruciferous vegetables<\/h2>\n<p>Most cruciferous vegetables are high in folate, fiber and vitamin K. These vitamins and minerals are good for keeping your cells healthy, your bowels regular and your bones healthy.<\/p>\n<p>These vegetables can be a great side dish for most dinners. Here are a couple of classics to try out with dinner.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Kale:<\/strong> Add to salads, stir-fries and soups. It can also be made into chips. Try this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/237\/\">Sorghum Salad with Kale and Butternut Squash<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brussels sprouts:<\/strong> Can be roasted or used chopped in salads. Try this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/520\/\">Brussels Sprouts and Kale Saut\u00e9<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cabbage:<\/strong> Use in stir-fries, coleslaw, soups and salads, like this <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/196\/\">Asian Chicken Salad<\/a> recipe from OSF dietitians.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Winter squash<\/h2>\n<p>Squash is a great option because it\u2019s so easy to use and can be used in a lot of unique ways.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Acorn squash<\/strong>: Can be roasted or mashed. This OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/185\/\">Stuffed Acorn Squash<\/a> is a meal in itself.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Butternut squash:<\/strong> Roast it as an addition in many dishes. It can also be pureed into a soup like in this <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/281\/\">Roasted Butternut Squash Soup<\/a> recipe from OSF dietitians.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Spaghetti squash:<\/strong> It\u2019s great roasted and shredded and used as a noodle replacement in pasta dishes like this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/186\/\">Sweet and Hearty Squash Spaghetti<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Other favorites<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to year-round favorites, such as potatoes, bananas, apples, pears, celery and onions, these other seasonal picks add flavor and color to dishes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Parsnips:<\/strong> These can be roasted or saut\u00e9ed and used like a carrot. This USDA recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myplate.gov\/recipes\/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program-snap\/roasted-root-vegetables\">Roasted Root Vegetables<\/a> would complement any dinner.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Leeks:<\/strong> Found in salads, soups and other savory dishes, it\u2019s used like an onion like in this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/491\/\">Barley, Butternut and Black Bean Salad<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beets:<\/strong> Can be roasted and used in soups, pasta dishes or salads like in this OSF recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.osfhealthcare.org\/recipes\/detail\/245\/\">Winter Root Salad<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Try new foods<\/h2>\n<p>Don&#8217;t be afraid to try a new fruit or vegetable. There are many resources out there to help you use these fruits and vegetables. Explore your options by searching for recipes and preparation tips on the internet. 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