March Superfoods
Eating foods that are in season can mean fresher produce, save you money and shake up your routine. Depending on where you live, here’s a list of a few foods you might want to try out this month!
Honeydew Melon
A great source of vitamin C - a wedge provides more than half the recommended daily amount.
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Rutabaga
Just at the end of their season, they’re very low in sodium and an excellent source of vitamin C.
Recipe Ideas
Mashed Potato, Rutabaga, And Parsnip Casserole With Caramelized Onions
Artichokes
A good source of fiber, as well as potassium and folate, which helps with the production of DNA and RNA.
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Peas
A good source of protein and vitamins A and C. Easy to freeze.
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Cherimoya
Cherimoya is a weird fruit with a soft, white flesh but it has lots of nutritional benefits. It’s rich in potassium, fiber and vitamin C.
Recipe Ideas
Cherimoya Tart with Raspberries and Lime
Fava Beans
An excellent source of folate and a good source of thiamine and zinc.
Recipe Ideas
Fava Bean Hummus
Fava Bean & Artichoke Salad
Fava Bean Turkey ChiliWhite Asparagus
A good source of vitamins A and C, as well as fiber.
Recipe Ideas
White Asparagus Soup
(via fitvillains)
