It’s harvest time, which means the bounty of the earth is in full swing. To nobody’s surprise, winter squashes are now in season. You might recognize this best in the form of the ubiquitous pumpkin, but the others are just as plentiful, and therefore quite inexpensive. And yes, while apples can be available year round, there’s a reason why Autumn is Apple Picking Season. This is the best time of year for the fall varieties.
The list provided below is seasonal for the Northern Hemisphere. If you’re rolling in from the Southern Hemisphere, you’ll want to head over to the What’s in Season: April post.
| Vegetables | Fruit |
| Acorn Squash | Apples |
| Beets | Cranberries |
| Broccoli | Grapefruit |
| Brussels Sprouts | Oranges |
| Butternut Squash | Pears |
| Cauliflower | Persimmons |
| Kale | Pomegranates |
| Leeks | Quince |
| Parsnips | |
| Pumpkins | |
| Rutabagas | |
| Spinach | |
| Sweet Potatoes | |
| Swiss Chard | |
| Turnips | |
| Winter Squashes |
In addition to these seasonal items, there are others considered to be in-season and available year round. Your mileage may vary based on… mileage to arrive at your store. These produce items include: Apples, Beet Greens, Bell Peppers, Bok Choy, Broccolini, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Celery Root, Onions, Mushrooms, and Shallots.
Which produce is your favorite in the fall? Lemme know!
Good eating! Momma
P.S. Did you pop in looking for ways to save money by eating seasonal produce? Pick up my FREE Guide of the 30 best foods to buy on a budget. Combining those 30 foods with whatever produce is seasonal will make for a fantastic and thrifty foundation for your meal planning!
