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Ramps
The wild ramp, AKA wild leek, botanical name Allium tricoccum, is a flowering perennial plant that grows in clusters. It is a member of the Allium family along with onions and leeks
Calamondin Limes
The Calamondin lime is a cross between a sour, loose skinned mandarin and a kumquat, therefore technically making it an orangequat.
Salanova® Lettuces
Salanova® lettuce is a full-sized variety developed for the baby lettuce market. Botanically these varieties are scientifically known as Lactuca sativa.
Description/Taste
Opal apples are medium to large, round fruit—they may weigh up to 14 ounces. They have an almost iridescent, lemon-yellow skin and slight russeting at the stem. This apple has a soft yet crisp, cream-colored flesh with a sweet taste and a slightly tart finish. The taste has been compared to the Honey Crisp, with hints of pear, coconut, and banana. Opal apples generally look more like their Topaz parent, but owe their sweet flavor and crisp texture to the Golden Delicious.
Seasons/Availability
Opal apples are available from late winter to spring.
Current Facts
The Opal apple (botanical name Malus domestica) is a European variety, and is a cross between a Golden Delicious and a Topaz apple. The Opal is distributed by FirstFruits Marketing in the United States. This is a different variety than an English apple also called Opal, which was developed in the 1930s.
Nutritional Value
Apples are a healthy snack or addition to meals. They have around 100 calories each, and contain important nutrients such as Vitamin C and dietary fiber, along with smaller amounts of Vitamin A, calcium, and iron.
Applications
Opal apples do not oxidize when exposed to the air; thus they do not brown and make excellent additions to salads. Their crisp texture holds up well in pies and tarts and is a nice addition to cakes and muffins, but is best used as a fresh eating apple. They can be kept in the refrigerator for up to three months.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) are controversial varieties of fruits, vegetables, and grains whose genes have been modified to grow or taste better. Opal apples are specifically non-GMO, verified by the Non-GMO Project in North America and compliant with Non-GMO Standards. Opal apples stand apart for another reason as well. In the US, some proceeds from the sale of the Opal apple are used for community programs, such as creating and maintaining community gardens in local underserved communities.
Geography/History
The Opal apple was developed in the Czech Republic in Europe in the 1990s. It was tested in orchards throughout Europe and the Mediterranean before its debut in the US in 2010. It is grown exclusively by Broetje Orchards in Washington State and in limited orchards in Europe. Opals grow best in climates that are warm and dry.
Recipe Ideas
Recipes that include Opal Apples. One
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Apple Pecan Loaf Cake |
| Deco Tartelette |
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The Best Fruit Salad Bowl |
| Raising Whasians |
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Easter Chick Apple Surprise |
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Baked Opal Apples |
| Garnish with Lemon |
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Apple Bacon Bites |
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Issaquah Farmers Market
Ayala Farms
Near NW Sammamish Rd & 11th Ave NW, Washington, United States3843 Van Belle Rd Outlook WA 98938 509-830-3870 About 377 days ago, 7/11/20 Sharer's comments : This variety is giving honey crisps a run for their money :) 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - South Lake Union
Near Seattle, Washington, United States2210 Westlake Ave Seattle WA 98121 206-621-9700 About 461 days ago, 4/18/20 Sharer's comments : Opal apples have taken the reign of all time best local apple!! Sorry honeycrisp ;) 
Market of Choice
Near Eugene, Oregon, United StatesAbout 504 days ago, 3/06/20 
Lucky
Lucky California - Reservation Road
Near Marina, California, United States270 Reservation Road Marina CA 93933 831-384-1442 http://www.luckycalifornia.com About 513 days ago, 2/26/20 
Nob Hill Foods
Nob Hill Foods - Main Street, Watsonville
Near Freedom, California, United States1912 Main Street Watsonville CS 95076 831-728-9555 https://www.raleys.com About 514 days ago, 2/25/20 Sharer's comments : Pretty. 
Jordan Market
Jordan Market - Alicia Pkwy
Near Laguna Hills, California, United States24771 Alicia Pkwy Laguna Hills CA 92653 949-770-3111 About 536 days ago, 2/03/20 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - E Foothill Blvd
Near Arcadia, California, United States3751 E Foothill Blvd Pasadena CA 91107 626-351-5994 https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com About 538 days ago, 2/01/20 
Bristol Farms South Pasadena
Bristol Farms South Pasadena
Near South Pasadena, California, United States606 Fair Oaks Ave South Pasadena CA 91030 626-441-5450 https://www.bristolfarms.com About 538 days ago, 2/01/20 
Whole Foods Market
Whole Foods Market - Arroyo Pkwy
Near Pasadena, California, United States465 S Arroyo Pkwy Pasadena CA 91105 626-204-2266 https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com About 538 days ago, 2/01/20 
Ralphs
Near Pasadena, California, United StatesAbout 539 days ago, 1/31/20 
Gelson's
Near Irvine, California, United StatesAbout 544 days ago, 1/26/20 
Northgate Gonzalez Markets
Northgate Market - Bristol Street
Near Santa Ana, California, United States1120 S Bristol Street Santa Ana CA 92704 714-957-2529 https://www.northgatemarket.com About 545 days ago, 1/25/20 
Fry's Food Store
Near Yuma, Arizona, United StatesAbout 549 days ago, 1/21/20 
El Rancho Market
El Rancho Market - Arizona Ave
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States1076 N Arizona Ave Chandler AZ 85225 480-792-1414 http://www.elrancho.iga.com About 551 days ago, 1/20/20 
Natural Grocers
Natural Grocers - Williams Field Road
Near Gilbert, Arizona, United States1625 E Williams Field Road Gilbert AZ 85295 480-917-9000 https://www.naturalgrocers.com About 551 days ago, 1/19/20 
Safeway
Near Tempe, Arizona, United StatesAbout 552 days ago, 1/19/20 
Food City
Food City - Southern Ave
Limassol, Cyprus4727 E Southern Ave Phoenix AZ 85042 602-438-4647 http://www.myfoodcity.com About 552 days ago, 1/19/20 
Safeway
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 552 days ago, 1/18/20 
Albertson's
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United StatesAbout 552 days ago, 1/18/20 
Bashas'
Bashas' Grocery Store - Meeker Road
Near Sun City West, Arizona, United States13940 W Meeker Road Sun City West AZ 85375 623-975-6220 https://www.bashas.com About 552 days ago, 1/18/20 
Walmart
Walmart Supercenter - Happy Valley
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States2501 W Happy Valley Road #34 Phoenix AZ 85085 623-780-5702 https://www.walmart.com About 552 days ago, 1/18/20 
Fry's Marketplace
Fry's Marketplace - Bell Road
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States1311 E Bell Road Phoenix AZ 85022 602-594-5030 https://www.frysfood.com About 553 days ago, 1/18/20 
Bashas'
Near Paradise Valley, Arizona, United StatesAbout 553 days ago, 1/18/20 Sharer's comments : Great color. 
AJ's Fine Foods
Near Scottsdale, Arizona, United StatesAbout 564 days ago, 1/07/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful 
Sprouts Farmers Market
Sprouts Farmers Market - 19th Ave
Near Glendale, Arizona, United States8040 N 19th Ave Phoenix AX 85021 602-864-6130 About 564 days ago, 1/06/20 
Safeway
Near Bonney Lake, Washington, United StatesAbout 594 days ago, 12/07/19 
Lunds & Byerly's Edina
Near Richfield, Minnesota, United StatesAbout 606 days ago, 11/25/19 Sharer's comments : USA grown 
1601 E Olympic Blvd, Los Ángeles
Near Los Angeles, California, United StatesAbout 613 days ago, 11/19/19 Sharer's comments : “ Davalan Fresh “ LA Produce Market Phone: 213-623-2500 
Raley’s
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 721 days ago, 8/02/19 
Nob Hill Foods
Near Napa, California, United StatesAbout 721 days ago, 8/02/19 Sharer's comments : Opal |
