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I have always held Winter squash in greater esteem than the Summer variety, since zucchini and crook neck squash seem to pale in comparison nutritionally. But it looks like I was wrong, because Summer squash has a lot to offer. One cup of zucchini provides about 15 percent of the recommended daily intake for vitamin C and 10 percent of vitamin A. This veggie is high in manganese, a trace Read more
It's officially barbecuing season, and with this comes tons of burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, and beer. To avoid packing on the pounds this Summer, here are some ways to add a healthy spin to your barbecues. Go for homemade guacamole instead of creamy dips: Avocados offer the healthy fats your body needs, which is a much better option than the saturated fats found in dairy-based dips. If Read more
This week in PopSugarTV, Fit rounded up the most comfortable maternity workout clothes to keep you looking cute throughout your pregnancy. Yum is getting ready for grilling season by giving us a tutorial on how to grill vegetables perfectly, just in time for your Summer barbecues. Bella let us in on how to paint balayage highlights at home for a sun-kissed look, and over on Fab, it was all about Read more
Need a refresher this grilling season? Seasonal vegetables are an easy place to start, and whether you're prepping your veggies or preheating your grill, we've got you covered. The key? Timing is everything! We demonstrate our technique for cooking zucchini, asparagus, and portobello mushrooms, although this technique can be applied to your choice of produce. Watch our tutorial to master Read more
It's time to put on your apron and clean off your grill because warmer weather means cooking outdoors! While we wait for Summer fruits and vegetables to come in season, we've rounded up some of our favorite transitional recipes that will take you straight into the next season. Click through and fire up your grills. Read more
We can't believe it's already May! While we love our Spring produce, the idea that Summer is just around the corner sounds pretty delicious. But one of those Spring vegetables we'll be sad to say sayonara to is the amazing asparagus. We've already got you covered with the best way to cook asparagus, but now it's time for some tempting recipes that will help you bring all its green goodness to Read more
Summer may be creeping around the corner, but it's still officially Spring, which means you can still enjoy the bounty of fresh fruits that sweeten up the season. Just like with peak Spring vegetables, enjoying these treats can be as easy as taking a juicy bite, but we've rallied together five recipes that highlight each fruit's delectable essence. Read more
Purple-hued fruits and vegetables are works of art. It's surprising just how many exhibit this bold color profile. I grabbed a bright purple head of cabbage, a box of blueberries (a personal favorite), an elegant Japanese eggplant, and a seasonal Spring onion. Not only did they make a fun photograph, but each can be enjoyed in so many different ways. For ways to enjoy these purple fruits and Read more
Today at the farmers market, the okra looked so fresh that I simply had to buy some. Right now is the perfect time to purchase a seasonal ingredient like okra, which is only available through early Fall. The folks at Padao Farms, the stand where I got the beloved green pods, gave me a few tips for picking the vegetable. Keep reading to get pointers for selecting okra. Read more
These days everybody is preaching some kind of philosophy when it comes to eating. Eat locally, eat only organic food, eat seasonally — it can get kind of confusing. The light bulb went on for me, with regard to seasonal eating, the first time I realized just how much more flavorful a tomato is during Summer than any other time of year. The difference was so staggering that I started to Read more
