When deciding upon what type of salad to make, it's best to use produce that is as fresh and seasonal as possible. Whether your ingredients are picked from your garden or bought from the market, foods that are harvested closest to home will offer the best value for your money, palate, and health. Apples Apples are plentiful during the autumn months and a wide variety should be available in a market near you.
Salad apples are by definition sweet and crisp.
The skins should be smooth and free of bruises and gouges. For a complete guide to apples check out Finding the Perfect Apple for Your Pie . Pears Now is also the time of year to enjoy all your favorite varieties of pears, the 'aristocrat' of fruit. When buying fresh pears select pears with even color and a slight blush. Although there are thousands of known pear varieties in the world, there is only a handful which are widely recognized for their superb flavor and fresh eating qualities.