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The Instacart guide to strawberries
About strawberries
Known for their deliciously sweet taste, bright red color, and succulent texture, strawberries are a popular household staple, and for good reason. They are rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber, making them a heart-healthy snack for anyone looking for a nutritious treat. A Â single cup serving of strawberries contains fewer than 50 calories, approximately three grams of dietary fiber, and more vitamin C than an orange.
Because strawberries are relatively easy to grow in any climate, they are harvested all over the world. Of all the countries, the United States ranks first in strawberry production, with the top producing states being California, Florida, North Carolina, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. You may find that your strawberries taste slightly different depending on which region they are grown in. There are three types of strawberry plants from which berries are commonly harvested.
- June-bearing:Â This type of strawberry plant is only harvested once a year, typically during the month of June. They produce buds in the fall which transform into flowers and fruits the following summer. Warmer climates tend to produce strawberries at an earlier date.
- Ever-bearing:Â This type of plant forms buds during the summer and fall, resulting in a strawberry harvest the following spring. They can start producing berries as soon as there are 12 hours of continuous daylight.
- Day-neutral:Â A day-neutral plant will produce fruit continuously throughout the season until the first frost hits. They have three peak periods, which usually take place in early June, mid-July, and late August.
How to pick out strawberries
When picking out the perfect batch of strawberries, you'll want to look for medium-sized berries that feel firm and plump. They should be a bright red color, not too dark of a shade, and be free of visible flaws or indentations. Once strawberries are picked, they will not continue to ripen.
How to preserve strawberries
There are a couple of different ways you can preserve strawberries to lengthen their shelf life.
- Freezing them: Frozen strawberries will remain in peak condition for up to one year after freezing them. You can seal them in an air-tight container or a heavy-duty freezer storage bag. This is a particularly useful option if you have a large batch of strawberries and want to make good use of them.
- Washing them with white vinegar:Â Place your berries in a large bowl and wash them in a vinegar solution consisting of 8 cups of water and 1 cup of white vinegar. Let them soak in this wash for about five minutes, and then gently drain and rinse the fruit, so the vinegar taste is eliminated. Dry the strawberries and store them in an air-tight container lined with paper towels. This should preserve them for up to two weeks.
- Cutting their stems:Â Cutting the stems of the strawberries and placing them in an air-tight container lined with paper towels should preserve your fruits for up to one week. If you use this method, you don't need to wash the strawberries until you're ready to use them.
Whether you need strawberries now or plan to use them for a recipe in the future, you can find what you need using the Instacart app. Once our shoppers have your order, you may be eligible for same-day delivery in as little as 2 hours!
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