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Seasonal Produce: Fall Fruits & Vegetables

Published: Sep 30, 2024 by Jyoti Behrani · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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Fall is here! Eating seasonally is the tastiest and most nutrient-rich way to enjoy your meals while saving money. Check out this fall produce guide to help you select and prepare delicious seasonal foods!

autumn produce

It’s that time of year again when the mornings turn crisp, the leaves change to vibrant hues, and pumpkin spice is everywhere!

Fall is one of my favorite seasons, thanks to the stunning colors and the plentiful pumpkins and squash available in stores.

I love eating seasonal fruits and vegetables because there are so many benefits: they’re healthier, more affordable, and taste better!

This fall produce guide will introduce you to in-season fruits and vegetables and offer recipe ideas to make the most of them. Enjoy healthy eating while saving money!

autumn produce guide

Table of contents

  • Fall Seasonal Vegetables
    • Beets
    • Bell Peppers
    • Broccoli
    • Brussels Sprouts
    • Butternut Squash
    • Carrots
    • Cauliflower
    • Celery
    • Garlic
    • Ginger
    • Green Beans
    • Kale
    • Limes
    • Mushrooms
    • Parsnips
    • Peas
    • Potatoes
    • Pumpkin
    • Spinach
    • Sweet Potatoes & Yams
    • Turnips
  • Fall Seasonal Fruits
    • Apples
    • Bananas
    • Cranberries
    • Pomegranates

Fall Seasonal Vegetables

Beets

Fresh beets offer a wonderful earthy flavor, meaty texture, and vibrant color. In temperate climates, they are in season from fall through spring. Beets can be enjoyed fresh, cooked, or roasted. We’ve been adding them as a side dish for an extra boost of nutrition!

Recipes:

  • Instant Pot Beets
  • Air Fryer Roasted Beets
  • Beetroot Curry by Swasthi's Recipes

Bell Peppers

roasted red pepper soup

Recipes:

  • Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Soup
  • Mumbai Street Style Pav Bhaji
  • Instant Pot Thai Fried Rice
  • Chicken Quesdilla
  • Vegetarian Bean Chili
  • Paneer Tikka
  • Masala Bell Pepper Curry by Manjula's Kitchen

Broccoli

Recipes:

  • Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi
  • Broccoli Soup
  • Air Fryer Broccoli
  • How to steam Broccoli
  • Broccoli Palak Dal
  • Indian Broccoli Recipe
  • Broccoli Aloo
  • Broccoli Cheese Pasta
  • Broccoli Cheddar Soup
  • Broccoli Aloo Tikki

Brussels Sprouts

Though you can find Brussels sprouts year-round, they are in season from September to mid-February, making them perfect for the holiday season. Roast them to perfection for a delicious side dish!

Recipes:

  • Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
  • Indian Brussels Sprouts by Ministry of Curry

Butternut Squash

instant pot butternut squash soup

Butternut squash is available year-round, but it peaks from early fall to early winter. Look for squash that feels heavy for its size; those with a thick neck and small bulb tend to have the smallest seed cavity and the most flesh.

Recipes:

  • Butternut Squash Bharta | Squash Mash with Indian Spices
  • Instant Pot Butternut Squash Soup
  • Roasted Butternut Squash by Allrecipes
  • Indian Butternut Squash Curry by Plantings & Pairings
  • Butternut Squash Chana Masala by Cooking with Parita

Carrots

gujarati gajar no sambharo

Recipes:

  • Indian Carrot Stir Fry
  • Gajar Ka Halwa
  • Tomato Carrot Beetroot Soup
  • Instant Pot Gajar Ka Halwa
  • Instant Pot Fried Rice
  • Glazed Carrots by Dinner at the Zoo

Cauliflower

gobi ka achar

Cauliflower is fantastic in soups or roasted alongside proteins. While it's available year-round, its peak season runs from June to November. I find it to be a super versatile vegetable that can absorb a variety of flavors.

Recipes:

  • Pickled Cauliflower
  • Soya Granules Gobi Matar
  • Gobi Kheema Matar
  • Aloo Gobi Matar
  • Gobi Matar Masala
  • Instant Pot Aloo Gobi

Celery

minestrone soup recipe

Celery is typically available year-round, showcasing tall, light green stalks with a crisp texture. It’s also a great source of vitamins and minerals.

Recipes:

  • Chicken Noodle Soup
  • Creamy Wild Rice Mushroom Soup
  • Sauteed Celery by Walder Wellness
  • Chicken Gnocchi Soup
  • Minestrone Soup
  • Celery Soup by Feasting at Home

Garlic

lasooni kadhi

Recipes:

  • Hare Lehsun Ki Kadhi
  • Lehsuni Moong Dal
  • Garlic Knots
  • Garlic Pickle by Dassana's Veg Recipes

Ginger

  • Ginger Tea by Cookie & Kate

Green Beans

vegan curry chickpeas

Recipes:

  • Sindhi Kadhi
  • Gawar Aloo Ki Sabji

Kale

sarson ka saag

Recipes:

  • Sarson Ka Saag with Kale
  • Chicken Wild Rice Soup

Limes

Recipes:

  • Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Rice

Mushrooms

Recipes:

  • Mushroom Wild Rice Soup
  • Quick Mushroom Sabji
  • Mushroom Matar Masala
  • Mushroom Rice
  • Mushroom Pasta with Marsala Wine
  • Mushroom Soup
  • Mushroom Egg Bhurji

Parsnips

While parsnips are available year-round in most stores, the best time to enjoy them is in the fall and winter, when the cold and frost enhance their sweetness. Their flavor is unique, featuring a carrot-like sweetness paired with an earthy nuttiness.

Recipes:

  • Roasted Parsnips by Love and Lemons
  • Creamy Parsnips Curry with Lentils by The Veg Space
  • Indian Spiced Parsnip Soup by Taste

Peas

cropped-green-peas-recipe-indian.jpg

Recipes:

  • Matar ki Sukhi Sabji
  • Soya Granules Aloo Matar
  • Matar Paneer
  • Indian Carrots & Peas

Potatoes

Recipes:

  • Jeera Aloo | Indian Cumin Potatoes
  • Aloo Bhujiya | Potato Stir Fry
  • Air Fryer Baby Potatoes
  • Easy Potato Curry
  • Baked Instant Pot Potatoes
  • Aloo Suva | Indian Fried Dill Potatoes
  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
  • Syracuse Salt Potatoes
  • Perfect Boiled Baby Potatoes
  • Aloo Tuk | Smashed Crispy Potatoes

Pumpkin

Pumpkin season starts in mid-September and lasts through October and November. Pumpkins are rich in vitamins A and C, fiber, potassium, and antioxidants.

Recipes:

  • How to make Pumpkin Puree
  • Pumpkin Banana Bread
  • Kaddu Ki Sabzi | Indian Pumpkin Stir Fry
  • Pumpkin Chocolate Babka
  • Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

Spinach

Recipes:

  • Healthy Palak Paratha | Spinach Bread
  • Spinach Zucchini Stir Fry
  • Instant Pot Spinach Dahl
  • Tofu Spinach Paratha
  • Sindhi Sai Bhaji
  • Sarson Ka Saag

Sweet Potatoes & Yams

Recipes:

  • Sweet Potato Black Bean Chili
  • Shakarkandi ka Halwa

Turnips

Recipes:

  • Shalgam ka Bharta | Turnip Mash
  • Roasted Turnips by Kalyn's Kitchen

Fall Seasonal Fruits

Apples

Apples, the vibrant and crunchy fruits, are available year-round, but they shine brightest in the fall and early winter. With numerous varieties, apples are not only delicious but also packed with fiber and flavonoids.

Recipes:

  • Apple Cake
  • Apple Cider
  • Apple Cranberry Chutney

Bananas

Recipes:

  • Pumpkin Banana Bread
  • Instant Pot Banana Bread
  • Raw Banana Fry
  • Raw Banana Curry

Cranberries

By mid-October, fresh cranberries should begin appearing in grocery stores. Since their season is short, be sure to grab some and savor them while you can!

Recipes:

  • Cranberry Jalapeno Dip
  • Cranberry Sauce
  • Cranberry Coconut Chutney
  • Cranberry Sambar
  • Cranberry Green Chutney

Pomegranates

Recipes:

  • Cranberry Pomegranate Juice
  • Sprouts Salad

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