All these fresh vegetables can be found at your local farmer's market and just add so much to your diet!    

Brussels sprouts

 
These veggies get a bad rap, but made the correct way, they taste divine. They have a mild, somewhat bitter taste, so you'll need to combine them with tangy or savory sauces, like balsamic vinegar. Health benefits include:• 1/2 cup contains more than your DRI of vitamin K • Very good source of folate • Good source of iron Harvest season: September–March

Cauliflower

The sweet, slightly nutty flavor of cauliflower is perfect for winter side dishes. It's wonderful steamed, but it can also be blended to create a mashed potato-like texture or pureed into soup. Health benefits include:• Compounds that may help to prevent cancer • Phytonutrients may lower cholesterol" "Excellent source of vitamin C Harvest season: September–June

Squash

Unlike summer squash, winter squash has a fine texture and a slightly sweet flavor. Because of its thick skin, it can be stored for months. It tastes best with other fall flavorings, like cinnamon and ginger. Health benefits include:• Contains omega-3 fatty acids • Excellent source of vitamin A Harvest season: October–February

Pumpkin

A type of winter squash, pumpkin can be used for much more than jack-o'-lanterns. Its sweet taste and moist texture make it ideal for pies, cakes, and even pudding! Health benefits include:• Rich in potassium • More than 20% of your DRI of fiber • Good source of B vitamins Harvest season: October–February
 

Turnips

Tender and mild, these root vegetables are a great alternative to radishes and cabbage. To flavor these veggies, use fennel, bread crumbs, or even brown sugar. Turnip leaves, which taste like mustard leaves, are easy to cook and dense in nutrients. Health benefits include:• The roots are a good source of vitamin C • Turnip leaves are an excellent source of vitamins A, K, and folate Harvest season: September–April
 

Parsnips

Though these veggies may resemble carrots, they have a lighter color and sweeter, almost nutty flavor. Use them to flavor rice and potatoes or puree them into soups and sauces. Health benefits include:• Rich in potassium • Good source of fiber Harvest season: October–April

Rutabaga

A cross between a turnip and a cabbage, rutabagas are a popular Swedish dish. To utilize their earthy flavor, add them to casseroles, puree them with turnips and carrots to make a sweet soup, or roast them with ginger, honey, or lemon. Health benefits include:• Good source of fiber • Good source of vitamin C Harvest season: October–April