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The Instacart guide to apricots
About apricots
Apricots are a member of the rose family and closely related to the peach and plum. It is a versatile fruit that is popular raw and cooked, and it is often found in stores dried. This small fruit has a yellowish-orange skin with some shades of red, and the flesh inside is the same color. It is a stone fruit, which means it has a large seed or pit in the center. The skin is often covered in a soft fuzz that is edible. Apricots are small, usually about three centimeters in diameter. The pulp is not very juicy but has a nice firm texture.
Apricots have numerous health benefits and are considered one of the healthiest fruits you can eat. Some of the benefits of apricots include:
- Excellent source of vitamin A. Apricots are loaded with vitamin A, also known as retinol. This vitamin helps with eyesight, boosts your immunity system, and protects your skin.
- High in antioxidants. Ripe apricots are a great natural source of antioxidants. Eaten daily, they will help the body to rid itself of toxins and kill free radicals.
- High in fiber. Apricots are very fibrous fruits, which also makes them heart-healthy. The fiber helps reduce the bad cholesterol in your body and protects your heart. Eating apricots will also help boost good cholesterol and provide you with a good source of potassium.
- Good for your blood. Apricots contain iron, which, when eaten every day, will absorb into your blood and help prevent anemia.
- Strengthens bones. Apricots are packed with calcium, which helps strengthen bones.
How to tell if apricots are ripe
Ripe apricots are soft to the touch. They should have a deep orange and gold color instead of a pale yellow or orange, which is an indication that they are not yet ripe and ready to eat. Look for apricots that are plump with just a little softness. If an apricot is hard, it is not ripe, and if it's squishy, it is too far gone. You can also give them the sniff test. A ripe apricot will have a pleasant floral fragrance.
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How to eat apricots
Apricots can be eaten in many different ways. They are the best when whole and unpeeled since the skin is loaded with fiber and other nutrients, but make sure to throw the stone away. It is not edible. Some different ways you can enjoy apricots include:
- In a salad. Mix diced apricots with your favorite vegetables to add a hint of sweetness to a salad.
- Make a breakfast parfait. Layer yogurt, apricots, granola, and other fruit in a parfait glass for a healthy and delicious parfait.
- Seared. Slice some apricots and sear them in a pan with some butter and cinnamon until warm. Top with your favorite chopped nuts such as walnuts or almonds for some crunch.
- In side dishes. Add some diced fresh apricots and some garlic and onions to brown rice for a side dish with just a touch of sweetness.
- Make a smoothie. Blend sliced and frozen apricots with almond milk and other frozen fruits for a healthy smoothie.
- Put them in a pie. Apricots are delicious in pies. A good combination is strawberry and apricot, which provide the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors.
Apricots Near Me
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FAQs about apricots
Although they look similar and come from the same family of fruits, apricots and peaches are very different. Peaches are larger than apricots and much juicier and sweeter. Apricots are small and have a tart flavor. Although these two fruits have different tastes and textures, you can swap one for the other in a recipe. You'll just end up with a sweeter flavor if you use peaches instead of apricots.
If you choose apricots that are not quite ripe, you can keep them in a paper bag on the counter to finish the ripening process. Check on them frequently because it will happen quickly. Once the apricots become ripe, you can move them to the fridge, where they will last for a few days, but they should be eaten as soon as possible.
If you need your apricots to last longer, slice them in half, remove the pit, and dip in some lemon juice to keep them from browning—place in an airtight bag and freeze. Frozen, the apricots will last for up to three months.
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