Ingredient of the Week - Summer

August 29, 2011

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    From just-picked produce to fragrant spices, discover the freshest ingredients the seasons have to offer. Start with the most recent post—ingredients are listed below from newest to oldest—or sort by season, then download our printable guides for tips on buying, storing, pairing and more.

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zucchini

Zucchini

A favorite in gardens everywhere, zucchini is a versatile vegetable with a delicate, refreshing flavor.

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mint

Mint

A peppery herb with a cooling effect, mint comes in over 20 varieties.

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Yogurt

Yogurt adds serious creaminess and subtle tang to sweets and sauces, plus it's packed with protein and calcium.

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peaches

Peaches

Beneath its velveteen skin, this stone fruit is full of juicy, honey-sweet flavor.

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tomatoes

Tomatoes

Summer's most bountiful fruit, tomatoes have a distinctive, savory flavor and firm yet juicy texture.

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honeydew

Honeydew

Crisper than cantaloupe and sweeter than watermelon, honeydew also arrives later than other melons, in late July.

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cucumbers

Cucumbers

Its cooling, slightly melon-like taste makes the cucumber a summer must-have.

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avocado

Avocado

This nutty fruit's smooth-as-butter flesh is filled with good-for-you monounsaturated fats and essential nutrients, like vitamin K and folate.

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blueberries

Blueberries

Sweet, juicy and slightly acidic, fresh blueberries are a guilt-free summer favorite.

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bell peppers

Bell Peppers

Crisp, colorful and good-for-you—what's not to love?

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basil

Basil

Basil's tender, sweet-smelling leaves have a light peppery flavor laced with hints of mint and licorice.

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bananas

Bananas

A fun-shaped tropical fruit available year-round, bananas are sweet as honey with a rich, velvety texture.

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sunflower seeds

Sunflower Seeds

With their tender crunch and mild nutty flavor, sunflower seeds are delicious, versatile and nutritious.

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watermelon

Watermelon

Delicious and nutritious, watermelon has a subtly sweet flavor and juicy crunch.

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corn pepper salad

Corn

Nothing says summer like sweet, plump corn on the cob.

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