Apricots

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BUY

Choose plump and firm apricots with uniform color.

    KEEP

    While waiting to ripen, store at room temperature. To ripen faster, keep in plastic bag on counter. Once ripe, store in a plastic bag in the refrigerator for up to five days

      PREPARE

      Rinse apricots under cool water before eating or using in a recipe.

        RECIPE

        Try this recipe for stone fruit and melon salsa from azhealthzone.org for a fun way to enjoy your apricots.

        Peach-Melon Salsa

        2 cups peaches, chopped

        1 cup cantaloupe

        4 apricot halves, chopped

        ¼ cup onion, chopped

        2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice

        1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped (optional)

        1. Wash hands with soap and warm water. Wash fresh fruits and vegetables before preparing.
        2. Chop peaches and apricots. Place in a large bowl.
        3. Stir in cantaloupe, onion, lime juice and mint, if using.
        4. Refrigerate 30 minutes to blend flavors.


        Serve chilled.

        Learn more about apricots and view more recipes using USDA's Seasonal Produce Guide - Apricots.