The Guide to Eating Seasonally: Spring Edition

The Guide to Eating Seasonally: Spring Edition

Spring has officially sprung, and with it comes a bounty of fresh, in-season veggies, fruits and herbs & spices. Keep this list handy when you're shopping this spring:
Veggies Fruits Herbs & Spices
Artichoke*, asian greens*, avocado, beans*, beetroot, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, celery, corn, daikon, eggplant, fennel, leek, lettuce, mushrooms*, okra, onion, parsnip, peas, potato, pumpkin, radish, shallot, silverbeet, spinach, spring onion, squash, swede, sweet potato, tomato, turnip, watercress, witlof, zucchini Apple*, asparagus, avocado, banana, blueberries (start of Nov.), cantaloupe, cherry, cumquat, grapefruit, honeydew, lemon, lime, loquat, lychee, mandarin*, mango, mulberries, orange*, papaya, pepino, pineapple, rhubarb, strawberries, starfruit, tangelo, watermelon Basil, chervil, chilli, chives, coriander, dill, garlic, ginger, lemongrass, makrut lime (leaves), mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, sage

 List from sustainabletable.org.au

 

Why Eat Seasonal?
When you choose seasonal produce, you’re not just eating fresher, more flavourful food – you’re also reducing your carbon footprint. Plus, in-season veggies are often more affordable, meaning you can whip up delicious, healthy meals without breaking the bank.

To help you make the most of these seasonal delights, we’ve curated five delicious recipes that will have you savouring every bite of spring.

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5 Asian-inspired Recipes that celebrate Spring produce

Cauliflower, Spinach and Chickpea Coconut Curry

This curry includes hearty chickpeas, adding extra protein and texture to the dish. The creamy coconut base combined with the tender cauliflower and spinach makes for a rich and satisfying meal.

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Beetroot and Carrot Salad with Creamy Sesame Dressing

This beetroot and carrot salad with creamy sesame dressing is the perfect spring salad. Colourful and flavourful, it is goes beautifully with some BBQ or enjoyed as a refreshing dish by its own.

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Spring Veggies Gyoza

Packed with kale, spinach, carrots, broccoli and tofu, this gyoza is a spring-must have. A delightful fusion of flavours and textures, it is nutritious and satisfying all at the same time.

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Pumpkin Miso Soup

If miso soup and pumpkin soup were to have a baby, this would be it. Velvety, smooth and filling from the goodness of pumpkin, and with a hint of umami and earthiness from the miso.

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Silverbeet Teriyaki Stir Fry

While not very common to use silverbeet in Asian cooking, silverbeet is good source of iron, vitamins and calcium. This silverbeet teriyaki stir fry is quick, nutritious and packed with flavour. Most importantly, it uses seasonal produce for Spring. Enjoy with a how bowl of rice or noodles.

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