Available now at PCC
Organic fruits and vegetables
Apples, local: Fuji, Gala,
Honeycrisp
Avocados
Broccoli, local
Carrots, local
Cauliflower, local
Celery
Chards, local
Corn, local
Cucumbers, local
Grapefruit
Grapes
Green beans, local
Leeks, local
Lemons
Lettuce, local: Green, Red,
Romaine
Melons: Canteloupe, Galia,
Honeydew, Watermelon
Mushrooms, local
Nectarines
Onions, local: Red, Yellow
Oranges
Peaches
Pears, local*: Bosc, Bartlett
Peppers, local: Red, Green
Plums and Pluots, local
Potatoes, local*: Red, Gold,
Russet, Yukon
Radishes
Salad Mixes, local
Spinach, local
Squash, local
Strawberries
* Local as soon as available
[ Produce in Season ]
As summer winds down, apple season gears up and when you live in Washington state that means there's a seemingly endless supply of apple varieties. There's no better way to kick off this time of year than with the crunchy treats coming from George and Apple Otte of River Valley Organics in Tonasket, Wash. Their new crop organic Gala apples, along with their delicate and buttery organic Bosc pears, are two of the best reasons to celebrate the beginning of fall.
Meet the farmers!
George and Apple Otte will be visiting several PCC stores to sample out their apples and pears. Not only will you have the opportunity to meet the individuals who grow your food and try their fruit, but you can also learn more about their sustainable operation. Stay tuned for more information.
Apple, Bok Choy and Carrot Slaw
A healthy twist on traditional slaw using apples, carrots, uncooked bok choy and a refreshing lemon-ginger dressing.
- 3 heads baby bok choy
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1 organic apple, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 1 organic carrot, peeled and cut into matchsticks
- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt (optional)
- Freshly ground pepper
Cut bok choy in half, lengthwise, removing stem and any bruised leafy tops. Rinse each half thoroughly and slice crosswise into thin strips. Rinse in a colander and shake out most of the water.
In a medium bowl, mix lemon juice, safflower or sunflower oil and ginger. Toss with apple and carrot matchsticks and bok choy. Add teaspoon of coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste. Toss and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Sound Consumer, September 2006
Supporting local agriculture
PCC is committed to supporting local farmers through the Puget Sound Fresh program. By participating in this program — and by featuring fresh, locally grown produce in our stores — we are working to raise awareness of the importance of local, family-owned farms throughout the Puget Sound area. Learn more about Puget Sound Fresh.
PCC supports Washington organic farmers through Tilth Producers of Washington, an organization that fosters and promotes ecologically sound, sustainable agriculture. Learn more at www.tilthproducers.org.