Healthy Heart Foods
Fruit

Nectarine

Nectarines are smooth-skinned stone fruits with a sweet and juicy flavor, typically enjoyed fresh or sliced into salads. They are low in calories, making them a refreshing and nutritious snack option.

Nectarines are served in various meal programs across New York City, including school meals, senior nutrition, and catering.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Chef's Tip: To enhance the flavor of nectarines, serve them chilled and consider pairing them with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a drizzle of honey for added sweetness.

πŸ’‘ Did you know? Nectarines are actually a type of peach that has lost its fuzz due to a genetic mutation, making them a unique and interesting fruit in the stone fruit family.

πŸ™οΈ NYC Connection: In New York City, nectarines are often featured in summer fruit salads served in school lunch programs, celebrating the city’s diverse culinary landscape and farm-to-table initiatives.

Nectarine

Artistic Illustration

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: 1/2 cup β‰ˆ 2.5 oz

Similar Fruit Items

Referenced By

Other items that mention Nectarine in their descriptions.

About This Item

This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.