Peppy papayas are straight up beauty! Even though summer is winding down this fruit is here to stay for a wee bit longer. But, what I do love about them is their versatility. Such as those papaya “peppercorns” which are great for pickling!

You have a papaya and don’t know what to do? (I feel that!)

• slice and toss in a citrusy green salad

• puree with some honey / sugar and your favorite juice and freeze into pops

• make a papaya, pineapple, and basil salsa for grilled salmon ( while summer lasts)

• pickle those seeds! In a little bit of white balsamic vinegar, water, salt and agave they will be delish.