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Fresh Food Club - What's in season?



"ideas on the freshest produce this season coupled with gourmet recipes for the freshest produce in town

What's fresh?

Mango

Sweet, fragrant mangoes are here, bringing a taste of summer to your table. Look for fruit with a vibrant aroma near the stem. Store unripe mangoes at room temperature and pop ripe ones in the fridge for up to five days. Enjoy mangoes fresh in salads and smoothies as a topping for yoghurt, or add them to chia pods

Why not try...

+ Mango
+ Berry Pancakes with maple infused Sheep's yoghurt
+ Peach, raspberry and chia smoothie

Nectarines

Nectarines are at their sweetest now. Select fruit with smooth, blemish-free skin and a little give when pressed. Store as you would peaches. Nectarines shine in fruit salads, baked desserts, or sliced and served with a dollop of whipped cream for a quick summer dessert

Why not try...

+ Nectarines
+ Nectarine & White Fish Ceviche
+ Asian style summer BBQ barramundi

Peaches

Peaches are bursting with flavour this week! Look for smooth skin and a fragrant aroma. Handle gently as they bruise easily. Store peaches at room temperature until ripe, then refrigerate for up to three days. Slice them into salads, grill them for a caramelised treat, or blend them into refreshing smoothies.

Why not try...

+ Peaches
+ Berry and fruit trifle with pistachio dust
+ Peach, raspberry and chia smoothie

Berries

There are good supplies of sweet-eating berries. Choose from fragrant strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, and low sugar, high fibre, raspberries.

Why not try...

+ Raspberries
+ Lime Pie with Berries
+ Skin Tonic Frappe

Limes

Tangy and vitamin C-rich limes are less acidic than lemons. Choose heavy, glossy fruit and roll or microwave briefly for maximum juice. Add zest to drinks, desserts, or savoury dishes like lime-marinated fish with cucumber and avocado salad.

Why not try...

+ Limes
+ Mango, lime and toasted sesame filo cups
+ Crispy Skin Salmon Fillets with Bean Mash and Mango Salsa

Cherries

Juicy, ruby-red cherries are the ultimate seasonal indulgence. Look for firm, glossy fruit with bright green stems. Store cherries in the fridge and wash them just before eating. Add them to salads, serve alongside cheese platters, make a cherry relish to serve at Christmas with turkey, or enjoy them straight from the bowl for a fuss-free treat.

Why not try...

+ Cherries
+ Cherry chia and ricotta wrap
+ Goats cheese and rocket salad with cherry dressing

Tomatoes

Add quality South Australian Truss tomatoes to your shopping list this week. To maximize flavour, store tomatoes at room temperature until they ripen to a rich red colour.

Why not try...

+ Tomatoes
+ Vegetarian gado gado
+ Pack 'n go lunch

Apricot

Apricots are a sweet and tangy treat right now. Choose ones with a golden-orange hue, avoiding any that feel overly firm or have green patches. Store them in a cool, dry place, or refrigerate if ripe to extend freshness. These beauties are perfect for snacking, baking into tarts, or making a simple apricot compote for breakfast or desserts.

Why not try...

+ Apricot
+ Christmas Mince Pies
+ Christmas Cake

Plums

Flavoursome new-season plums from the North Coast are here, offering yellow and red-fleshed varieties. Choose firm plums that yield slightly to gentle pressure, and store at room temperature until ripe. Enjoy the fresh, sliced into salads, or poached for a delightful dessert.

Why not try...

+ Plums
+ Plum Upside Down cake
+ Sourdough plum and frangipane tart

Zucchini

Mild-tasting zucchinis are this week’s bargain, with prices dropping as supplies come in from several growing regions. Look for firm, smooth-skinned zucchinis, and store them in the fridge for up to a week.

Why not try...

+ Zucchini
+ Zucchini Vellutata
+ Chilli Con Pavo

Asparagus

Although asparagus is past its peak season, it’s still available and ideal for light, spring-inspired dishes. Prices are rising, so choose spears with tightly closed tips and vibrant colour. Enjoy it steamed, grilled, or added to pasta or salads for a touch of elegance.

Why not try...

+ Asparagus
+ Baked turkey with fennel, asparagus and pine nuts
+ Barbequed Haloumi and Asparagus with Lemon Salsa Verde

Asian Greens

Quick to cook, versatile, and packed with nutrients, Asian leafy greens are a fantastic addition to your meals this week. Add them to stir-fries, soups, or salads for flavour and health benefits.

Why not try...

+ Asian Greens
+ Japanese miso and tofu soup
+ Salmon & shitake miso soup

Cucumber

Juicy and tender Lebanese cucumbers are a standout buy. Choose firm, smooth-skinned cucumbers and store them in the fridge for maximum freshness. Dice them into a Greek salad with ripe grape tomatoes, olives, thinly sliced onion, and feta cheese for a refreshing side.

Why not try...

+ Cucumber
+ Crispy Skin Salmon Fillets with Bean Mash and Mango Salsa
+ Quinoa, Pistachio and Rose Petal Salad

Snow peas

Crisp snow peas are ultra-fresh and require minimal cooking. Enjoy them raw, finely shredded in a salad or cook briefly to ensure they are served with a little crunch. The most tender pods are generally the smaller-sized pods.

Why not try...

+ Snow peas
+ Vietnamese Eggplant
+ Vietnamese grilled chicken in kaffir lime leaves with broccoli and eggplant

Capsicums

Sweet and mild-tasting bullhorn capsicums are about 15cm long with a unique tapering shape resembling a bull's horn. Available in red, orange, yellow, or green, these capsicums are often mistaken for chillies, but they’re not hot! Perfect for stir-fries, casseroles, or stuffing, they’re in season now and a great buy this week.

Why not try...

+ Capsicums
+ Fennel, Chilli, Garlic & Pumpkin Pasta
+ Roast Capsicum and Ricotta Tart

Green beans

Fresh, crisp green beans are good value this week and perfect for quick, healthy meals. Look for firm, bright green beans and store them in the fridge for up to five days. Try them in a speedy, ready in minutes green bean, spinach, and beef salad.

Why not try...

+ Green beans
+ Vegan Veggie Pie
+ Salmon with horseradish crust and green beans