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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

Mango season is in full swing, with Kensington Pride, Calypso, and R2E2 varieties available. Sliced mangoes pair beautifully with prawns for a Thai-inspired salad or can be blended into a refreshing mango and blueberry smoothie. If mangoes are your favourite, look for tray specials at your local greengrocer

Strawberries

Premium strawberries with a good shelf-life are available. For cooking or pureeing, opt for the budget-friendly punnets.

Peaches

Bright and aromatic peaches and nectarines are a seasonal highlight. Choose fruit that’s richly coloured and fragrant for the best flavour. Ripen at room temperature for optimal sweetness, then enjoy fresh.

Raspberries

With its vibrant red colour and impressive vitamin C content, raspberries are a perfect addition to chocolate desserts or as a nutritious snack. Look for multi-buy specials at your local greengrocer to save more.

Blueberries

The fabulous run-on blueberries continues. Blueberries are an excellent source of vitamin A and vitamin C. Sprinkle them in sweet and savoury salads for a burst of sweetness.

Cherries

Australian cherries are now in season, bringing their luxurious look and juicy sweetness to your table. Early varieties are delicately flavoured and softer, making them ideal for snacking or cooking.

Papaya

Tropical-tasting papaya, rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, and beta carotene, is an easy way to add sweetness to meals. Ripen at room temperature, then store in the fridge and use within two days for the best flavour.

Apricot

Sweet, slightly tangy apricots have arrived and will be at their peak from November through January. To ripen unripe apricots, leave them in a paper bag at room temperature for a day or two. Enjoy them fresh as a healthy snack or make a batch delicious apricot dessert.

Asparagus

Asparagus, is a spring favourite, and a great buy right now. Look for spears with tightly closed tips for maximum freshness. In salads, asparagus pairs wonderfully with tomatoes and halloumi.

Radish

Add colour and peppery bite to your spring salads with radishes. Try French radishes or mixed-coloured bunches for a bit of variety,

Snow peas

Crisp and sweet snow peas add a lovely freshness to stir-fries and salads. Try pairing with garlic and chilli prawns for a flavourful dish.

Iceberg Lettuce

Classic iceberg lettuce is a salad favourite and top value

Broccoli

Nutritious and versatile, broccoli is a great buy. Store broccoli in the fridge to keep it fresh, as it can spoil quickly at room temperature. It’s also packed with vitamins A, C, E, and folate, making it a fantastic choice for a healthy diet.

Eggplant

South Australian glass-house-grown eggplants are excellent quality this week.

Asian greens

Bok choy, bok choy, choy sum, and gai lan are all in season and ideal for quick stir-fries. They are fresh, crisp and top value

Zucchini

Mild but versatile, zucchinis are a great addition to everything from pasta to stir-fries

Cucumber

Tender, juicy Lebanese cucumbers are great for salads and snacks.

Mushrooms

Jumbo flat mushrooms are perfect for barbecuing and nutritionally rich in B vitamins and vitamin D. Brush with olive oil, add a sprinkle of garlic or chilli, and cook until juicy for a hearty meat alternative.

Green beans

Machine-harvested green beans are a budget-friendly option. Handpicked beans offer premium quality.

Broccoli

Broccoli is nutritious and easy to cook. Enjoy it raw, blanched, or added to pasta or stir-fries for a nutritious boost.

Kale

Nutritious kale is packed with vitamins C, E, and K and is a good source of iron and calcium. For a quick, healthy side, sauté it with olive oil, garlic, and a sprinkle of chilli.

Natures Best Belfield

Address: 29 Burwood Rd Belfield
Call us: 9642 5613
Drop in: Monday - Saturday 8am - 6pm Sunday 8am - 5pm
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