Connecticut Grown Produce Makes Perfect Addition To Connecticut Seafood

HARTFORD — To complement fresh grilled Connecticut Grown seafood, look no further than Connecticut Grown produce.

Connecticut Grown cukes’ freshness and crispness will add flavor and texture to your salad. Connecticut Grown corn can be grilled right alongside your seafood. Whether you choose to grill in the husk, or bare on the rack, preparation is minimal.

Sliced up and served raw, Connecticut Grown tomatoes are delicious as is. Add a sprinkle of salt or a light splash of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar for a bit of extra zing.

Connecticut Grown blueberries and raspberries fit the bill for cool desserts served with a dollop of cream or yogurt from a Connecticut dairy farm. For extra sweetness, try mixing in a bit of Connecticut Grown honey or maple syrup.

Connecticut Grown cucumbers, corn, tomatoes, blueberries, raspberries, honey, and maple syrup are all available at your local farmers’ market. For a complete listing of the 82 farmers’ markets across the state, visit www.ct.gov/doag/ and click on “Publications.”