FRESH VEGETABLES

Nothing is better than fresh local New Jersey produce!

Vegetables in Season Now	Nutritious Benefits
	Bell peppers are packed with several nutrients. They are a good source of vitamin C, thiamine, vitamin B6, beta carotene, and folic acid. Bell peppers also contain a large amount of phytochemicals that have exceptional antioxidant activity.
	Cabbage is a low calorie, nutrient-dense food that offers an excellent source of many nutrients including vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, vitamin B6, calcium, biotin, magnesium, and manganese.
	Cantaloupe has only 60 calories for a one cup serving. It is also a good source of Dietary Fiber, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and Folate, and a very good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Potassium.
	Corn is a good source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, and healthful essential fatty acids. Corn is also a decent source of vitamin B1, B5, C, E, folic acid, magnesium and phosphorus.
	The flesh of cucumbers is a very good source of vitamins A, C, and folic acid. Cucumber is an excellent source of silica, which is a trace mineral that contributes to the strength of our connective tissue.
	Eggplants are low in calories and are an excellent source of dietary fiber. They are also a very good source of potassium and vitamins B1 and B6. Eggplants are also a good source of folic acid, magnesium, coper, manganese, and niacin.

	Jalapenos have 37 calories for a one cup serving. They are also a good source of Vitamin E, Thiamin, Folate, Pantothenic Acid and Magnesium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Iron, Potassium, Copper and Manganese
	Pickles are a good source of Vitamin A, Iron, Potassium and Manganese, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin K and Calcium.
	Stringbeans are low in fat and offer an excellent source of protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. They are also a very good source of folic acid and molybdenum.
	Yellow Squash is a good source of Vitamin A, Thiamin, Niacin, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium and Manganese.
	Only 29 calories per serving. Zucchini is very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium. It is also a good source of Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6 and Phosphorus, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Folate, Magnesium, Potassium, Copper and Manganese.