Carrots

Buying Choose firm, brightly colored carrots without splits or cracks.

Storing Refrigerate in a plastic bag in the crisper for up to 2 weeks (trim leafy green tops).

Prep tip You’re more likely to snack on carrots during the week if you wash and cut them into matchsticks right after you buy them.

Using Add shredded carrots to salads, slaws, wraps, or muffin batter; eat raw carrots with hummus or low-fat yogurt dip.