The early harvest is pricey, but they'll cost half that by next month.

Spring is here! Spring is here! The strawberry vendors are offering samples, the cherries are flowing freely and the tomatoes look beautiful. It’s a wonderful time at the market.

Vegetables

• Artichokes
• Asian greens
• Asparagus
• Broccoli
• Carrots
• Cauliflower
• Cucumber
• Kale
• Leeks
• Lettuce
• Mushrooms
• Onions
• Peas
• Peppers
• Potatoes
• Spinach
• Tomatoes

Fruits

• Apricots
• Cherries
• Cantaloupe
• Nectarines
• Peaches
• Plums
• Pluots
• Strawberries

Have you ever tried a pluot? It’s a hybrid of a plum and an apricot that makes for great snacking. It’s also reportedly just as good when baked, as in this pluot pinwheel tart from Bon Appetit.

Tags: farmer's market, fruit, in season, vegetables, veggies, whole foods

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