The Clean 15

Most of you may have heard of the Dirty Dozen – the 12 fruits and veggies that are recommended you purchase organic in lieu of conventional.

Just in case you are new to this term, here is the list:

• celery
• peaches
• strawberries
• apples
• domestic blueberries
• nectarines
• sweet bell peppers
• spinach, kale, and collard greens
• cherries
• potatoes
• imported grapes
• lettuce

Buying organic can become costly, but for the few listed above, I try my hardest to purchase the organic version.

Now, I have a new list for you to know – The Clean 15!  These are fifteen fruits and veggies that have been tested to contain little or no pesticides.  They are considered safe to be eaten in non-organic forms (conventional).

• onions
• avocados
• sweet corn
• pineapples
• mango
• sweet peas
• asparagus
• kiwi fruit
• cabbage
• eggplant
• cantaloupe
• watermelon
• grapefruit
• sweet potatoes
• sweet onions

Avocado is my new favorite – I eat it with just about anything!

Please note that the lists of dirty and clean produce were compiled after the USDA washed the produce using high-power pressure water systems.

Photos: blueberries/avocado