Strawberries

Peak Season: June to August

Perfect Pick: Seek out unblemished berries with a bright red color that extends all the way to the stem. Good berries should have a strong fruity smell and be neither soft and mushy nor hard and firm. Smaller strawberries often have more flavor than the oversized megamart versions.

Handle with Care: Place unwashed strawberries in a single layer on a paper towel in a covered container. They will last for 2 to 3 days in the fridge.

The Payoff: The most vitamin C of any of the commonly consumed berries.