We have talked about the nasty stuff but which types of produce are safe to eat?
Onions ~ Because of their smell and skin, they are resistant to most insects and do not need as much pesticide.
Avocados ~ Thank God for those thick skins!
Corn ~ Yummy!
Pineapple ~ Rinse well before cutting to avoid contaminating the inner fruit with the outer funk.
Mango ~ Another thick-skinned wonder but still rinse well before cutting.
Asparagus ~ I love them roasted!
Sweet Peas ~ Can you believe that these little veggies are the least likely to have pesticide residue than any other vegetable?
Kiwi ~ That wonderful, rough skin protects the fruit. Again, wash before cutting.
Cabbage ~ A superfood in more ways than one!
Eggplant ~ Yep. you guessed it. That thick skin keeps it safe.
Papaya ~ Pesticides cling to the skin but remain there, leaving the fruit pesticide-free.
Watermelon ~ A southern girl’s dream.
Broccoli ~ It’s not just kids that avoid this dish. Pests do too so it requires less spraying. (Of course, my kids LOVE it raw!)
Tomatoes ~ Once in the dirty dozen, they have a cleaner bill of health now.
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