Break apart vegetables that have tight heads such as cauliflower and broccoli before washing. Do not soak produce items. Rinse with running water or lift in and out of clean water. It also avoids the loss of water-soluble nutrients. Do not use soapy water to wash fresh produce.
Soap leaves a residue on the produce.
Root crops, such as carrots and potatoes should be scrubbed especially if the vegetable is served with its peel. Remove the outer leaves and discard for leafy vegetables such as cabbage and lettuce. Wash the heads and drain properly. Don t forget to use clean utensils and cutting board when preparing food with fresh vegetables. Do not use utensils that have been in contact with raw meat without sanitizing the utensils.