Welcome to today’s proud produce feature, as we spotlight the color orange. Orange fruits and vegetables support our immune system, promote bone health, and are important for healthy vision.
A few examples of orange produce to try:
Mandarin oranges: Mandarin orange slices are easy to eat on their own and can also be tossed in a salad.
Carrots: Carrots can be eaten in a variety of ways, including roasted, stewed, sauteed, or raw.
Mangoes: Enjoy sliced mangoes on their own or add them to salsas or sauces.
Sweet potatoes: Consume roasted sweet potatoes as a side dish or mix them into a baked good.
Fun fact: One medium-sized sweet potato provides more vitamin A than a person’s entire daily requirement. Vitamin A has several benefits, including supporting the immune system, bone health, and vision.