Choosing Fresh and Chemical-Free Vegetables
Tomatoes
- Choose tomatoes with natural colors, such as red or orange, and a juicy skin.
- Look for a smooth layer on the skin of the fruit.
- Ripe tomatoes that are not touched by chemicals will feel slightly soft, have white and yellow seeds, red flesh, and powdery meat.
- The stem of the fruit should be fresh green, not withered, and it should stick tightly to the fruit when pulled lightly.
Cucumbers
- Choose cucumbers that are fresh green with a few white stripes.
- Good cucumbers will be uniformly slim and long.
- They should feel heavy when held and have no rough spots on the skin.
Cabbage
- Choose cabbages that feel heavy when held, tightly rolled, and have small stems.
- Regular cabbage leaves will be bright white, while purple cabbage will be dark purple and feel crunchy when squeezed.
- You can cut the cabbage in half before buying to check for any injections or added weight.
Lettuce
- Choose lettuce with long, thick stems.
- Non-chemical lettuce will have green leaves on the outside, and the inner layers will have gradually lighter shades of green.
- When broken, the lettuce should feel slightly sticky, indicating freshness and sweetness.
- The leaves should be fresh, tightly rolled, and have a light fragrance.
Storage Tips
- If you can’t prepare vegetables immediately after buying them, wrap them in newspaper or a dry cloth and refrigerate.
- Do not wash vegetables before putting them in the refrigerator, as this can increase the likelihood of spoilage.
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We hope that with the above information, you can prepare a delicious mixed salad for your family. Join us in our upcoming articles for more helpful tips!
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