BRUSSEL SPROUTS
Choose brussel sprouts that are fresh in appearance with good green color. Texture should be firm, leaves compact, and butt ends clean. Avoid puffy, wilted, or yellow sprouts.
Preparation
Brussel sprouts must be cooked and are often served as a side dish.
Nutrition
Low fat, saturated fat free, cholesterol free, high in the antioxidant vitamin C, good source of fiber, good source of folate, very low sodium.
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Brussel sprouts must be cooked and are often served as a side dish.
Nutrition
Low fat, saturated fat free, cholesterol free, high in the antioxidant vitamin C, good source of fiber, good source of folate, very low sodium.
More exotic produce ideas:
Feijoas
Golden solo sunrise papaya
Kumquats
Lychee
Tamarillo
Mangos
Eggplant
Sugar snap peas
Asparagus
Tomatoes
Bell peppers
Cantaloupe
More from Phil Lempert:
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