Persimmons
Persimmons, also known in Latin as “food of the gods”, were first cultivated in Asia. This exotic fruit is good for you and can be eaten raw or added to various salsas and desserts.
Crystal Valley’s sweet and juicy Fuyu persimmons are picked from farms in Chile.
TIPS FOR SELECTION
Choose persimmons that are smooth, bright, and plump with their leaves still attached.
HOW TO STORE
If unripe, keep them at room temperature. If ripe, refrigerate.
HEALTH BENEFITS
- Excellent source of vitamins A and C and fiber
- Free of fat, sodium. and cholesterol
Recipes
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Christmas Martini
Ingredients 1 ½ oz. Vodka 1/2 oz…
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Dill Veggie Dip
Ingredients Fresh Asparagus, Baby Carrots, Celery, Sliced..
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Get Up and Go Smoothie
Ingredients: 1 Cup Cut Carrots ½ Cup Pineapple..
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Mediterranean Vegetable Couscous
Ingredients: 4 Baby Carrots, Halved Lengthwise and..
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Okra and Corn Maque Choux
Ingredients 12 oz Smoked or Andouille Sausage..
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Pomegranate Cheese Ball
Ingredients: 16oz Cream Cheese (softened) 8oz Pomegranate..
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Power Smoothie
Ingredients: 2 Peeled and Cut Beets 1..
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Steak Tacos with Papaya and Pineapple Salsa
Ingredients: Papaya and Pineapple Salsa 3 Ripe..
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Vegetable Soup
Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. Olive Oil 1 Yellow Onion,..
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Zucchini Lasagna
Ingredients: 1 Lb Lean Ground Beef 1..
