ways to eat more apples

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An apple a day keeps the doctor away! One medium apple delivers a powerful punch including 1/5 of your daily intake of dietary fiber and no fat, sodium or cholesterol.

Apples also contain a prebiotic called pectin, which provides food for the good bacteria found in your digestive system!

Apples are a big dessert fruit. And while we do love apple desserts, there are some many other yummy ways to eat apples every day.

Today, we’re teaming up with the New York Apple Association to bring your 7 delicious ways to include apples into your daily routine.

healthy ways to eat more apples

Smoothies

Sweeten up your favorite smoothie by including fresh apples and start the day off on the right foot! Go green with this Super Green Smoothie or really pump up the nutrition with the addition of beets, blueberries and bananas in this colorful smoothie.

best ways to eat more apples

Snacking

When afternoon hunger hits, skip the bagged snacks and grab a delicious apple instead. Pair with peanut butter or this Caramel Maple Yogurt Dip for dipping or wrap up with ham and cheese for a simple snack.

Salads

Add some crunch to salads! This New York Apple Slaw Salad with Sweet & Sour Cider Dressing will be the hit at potlucks. Or pair with grilled chicken for this tasty salad.

how to eat more apples

Sandwiches

Thinly sliced apples make a great addition to your deli sandwich for a new spin. Pair apples, kiwi and almond butter for these Fruity Pita Sandwiches, or add chopped apples to chicken salad for a delicious meal.

Soups

Apples add a touch of sweetness to savory soups. Warm up with a bowl of this Roasted New York Apple & Squash Soup or Harvest Apple Soup on a chilly night.

how to eat more apples a day

Breakfast Toppings

Top French toast, pancakes or waffles with apples for an extra dose of fiber in the morning. Try this Apple & Pear French Toast for a breakfast kids will love. Or this Upside Down Apple Skillet Pancake that will really WOW the whole family.

ways to cook with apples

Dinners

Pork chops and apples go hand-in hand. This recipe for Pork Chops and Cinnamon Apples will have you house smelling amazing!

Get creative with Taco Tuesday and make these Apple Fajitas for a whole new flavor your family will love. Or revamp burger night with these tasty Apple-Turkey Burgers with Cranberry-Apple Salsa.

For more information about New York Apples, including apple varieties, recipes, tips, nutrition information and more, visit nyapplecountry.com.