Warmer temps, longer days, laid-back vibes-we're here for it. But one of the best things about summer is all the juicy fruits having their moment in the sun. "Seasonal produce is often more nutrient-dense, thanks to peak ripeness," explains Jaclyn London, R.D., a nutrition consultant and podcast host and the author of Dressing on the Side (& Other Diet Myths Debunked). "Eating in season is more flavorful, and fruit is often more affordable and easier to find, she adds. A fun little challenge is to try a new summer fruit each week browse your supermarket's produce section or, better yet, visit a farmers' market to pick up local in-season finds. And don't let summer fade without getting a taste of these four seasonal must-try treats.
MANGO SPEARS WITH GOCHUJANG AND PEANUTS
ACTIVE 15 MIN.
TOTAL 15 MIN.
SERVES 2 TO 4
Zest lime to get 1 tsp lime zest; set aside, then squeeze 1 tsp lime juice into small bowl. Stir in 2 Tbsp smooth natural peanut butter, 2 tsp gochujang, 1 tsp tamari, and 1 Tbsp warm water. Peel 1 ripe but firm mango and cut into spears. Dip bottoms of spears into gochujang-peanut sauce, then into ½ cup crushed roasted unsalted peanuts; sprinkle with lime zest.
PER SERVING About 292 cal, 18 g fat (3 g sat), 0 mg chol, 263 mg sodium, 27 g carb, 5 g fiber, 18 g sugar (0 g added sugar), 10 g pro
MANGO
One cup of sliced mango is a great source of brain helpers folate and vitamin B, as well as 75% of your daily vitamin C needs, says London. You'll also get potassium, which helps balance fluid levels and supports blood pressure and muscle contraction.
This story is from the July 2023 edition of Prevention US.
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