Celebrate la crescita delle verdure verdi nel giorno delle verdure fresche, 16 giugno
In the heart of rural Virginia, Serena Manickam, a freelance editor, writer, and sustainable market gardener, takes care of her no-spray produce and herbs at Fairydiddle Farm. Her small market garden is a bountiful source of fresh vegetables, which she sells at a local farmers' market.
June marks a transition from spring to summer produce, and farmers' markets look increasingly abundant. This month is the perfect time to celebrate fresh vegetables, especially on National Fresh Veggies Day, celebrated on June 16. Taking care of your vegetable garden can be a wonderful way to celebrate this day.
Visiting the farmers market can help you incorporate more vegetables into your diet. With a variety of seasonal veggies available, you can enjoy them in numerous ways. From salads and pasta dishes to stir-fries, flatbreads, burrito bowls, picnic-friendly veggies with dip, or even fondue, the possibilities are endless.
Many vegetable plants also grow well in containers, making it easy to start a vegetable garden, even without a yard. If you're inspired to start your own garden, June is also a good time to plant winter squash and pumpkins for a bountiful harvest come autumn.
For a fun and delicious recipe idea, try spiralized zucchini fries with your fresh zucchini from the garden.
The Produce for Better Health Foundation (PBH) has developed the Have A Plant® Pledge to encourage eating more vegetables and fruits. The pledge encourages participants to add one more veggie or fruit to their daily meals for one month. Sharing the pledge on social media can help inspire friends to join and provide accountability.
The USDA recommends two to four cups of vegetables per day for adults. Consuming a variety of colors of vegetables in your diet is essential, as each color offers unique nutritional benefits.
When choosing veggies for a meal, consider seasonality. Fresh vegetables have traveled the shortest distance, ensuring optimal flavour and nutrition. Local farmers markets or your own vegetable garden are excellent sources for seasonal veggies.
So, whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, June is the perfect time to celebrate National Fresh Veggies Day by incorporating more vegetables into your diet and enjoying the bounty of the season.
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