According to treehugger.com, the following are the 12 "cleanest" and 12 "dirtiest" fruits and veggies out there as far as pesticide usage is concerned.


Listed in Order:

Dirty Dozen – Peaches, Apples, Sweet Bell Peppers, Celery, Nectarines, Strawberries, Cherries, Lettuce, Grapes (imported), Pears, Spinach, Potatoes


Cleanest 12 – Onions, Avocado, Sweet Corn (frozen), Pineapples, Mango, Sweet Peas (frozen), Asparagus, Kiwi, Bananas, Cabbage, Broccoli, Eggplant

Note to self- consider this info before buying non organic fruits and vegetables, and remember to wash everything when I get home.