What’s in Season: October Produce Guide. Here’s a list of what you should cook this October based on what produce is in season for fresh, delicious and healthy recipes!
Happy October friends, and I can officially say HAPPY FALL! Without a doubt, one of my favourite seasons for all the yummy flavours, cozy meals and pumpkin spice everything!!
Curious as to what produce is in season in October? Here’s your October Produce Guide.
APPLES
Pictured: Apple Candied Walnuts and Blue Cheese Salad with Honey-Apple Dressing
My Favourite Apple Recipes:
Apple. Gouda and Caramelised Onions Quesadillas
Caramelised Onions, Apples and Goat Cheese Pizza
Flourless Apple Pie Pancakes (total fave)
No Bake Caramel Apple Tartlets (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free) by Beaming Baker
More Apple Recipes >>
BROCCOLI
Pictured: Asian Tofu Stir Fry with Honey Sriracha Sauce
My Favourite Broccoli Recipes:
Asian Tofu Stir Fry with Honey Sriracha Sauce
3-Cheese Mac & Cheese Broccoli Cups
Roasted Tamari Broccoli Buddha Bowl with Soba, BBQ Red Lentils and Parsley Tahini Sauce by Will Frolic For Food
More Broccoli Recipes >>
CABBAGE
Pictured: Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Ginger Sauce
I love how bright and beautiful cabbage is. I’ve used it raw for a crunch factor, and I’ve also sautéed it down in coconut milk.
My Favourite Cabbage Recipes:
Fresh Spring Rolls with Peanut Ginger Sauce
Kale Cabbage Slaw
Nourish Buddha Bowl with Harissa Tahini Dressing
Blackberry and Caraway Salad by Anna Banana
More Cabbage Recipes >>
CARROTS
Pictured: Maple Garlic Roasted Carrots
My Favourite Carrot Recipes:
Maple Garlic Roasted Carrots
Baked Carrot Fries with Harissa Tahini Dip
Ginger Orange Braised and Glazed Carrots by Flavor the Moments
More Carrot Recipes >>
CAULIFLOWER
Pictured: Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Wings
My obsession with cauliflower is no secret. It can be transformed in SO many ways and is coming back into season!
My Favourite Cauliflower Recipes:
Sticky Sesame Cauliflower Wings
Crispy Cauliflower Tacos with Chipotle Crema
Za’atar Roasted Cauliflower Steaks
Cauliflower Alfredo Zoodles with Asparagus and Spring Vegetables by Life Made Sweeter
More Cauliflower Recipes >>
EGGPLANTS
Pictured: Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Eggplants
I usually go through 4 eggplants every WEEK. Everything from mini veggie pizzas, amazing toppings for vegan pizzas, stuffed eggplants and baba ghanoush are constantly churning out of my kitchen. Eggplants are so easy to manipulate and are such delicious veggies. You can get SO much variety out of them and shouldn’t be intimidated by them.
My Favourite Eggplant Recipes:
Almond Crusted Baked Eggplant
Balsamic Grilled Vegetables
Baba Ghanoush
Eggplant Parmesan Pasta Skillet by Cook Nourish Bliss
More Eggplant Recipes >>
GREENS BEANS
Pictured: Garlic Parmesan Sesame Stir-Fry Green Beans
My Favourite Green Beans Recipes:
Garlic Parmesan Sesame Stir-Fry Green Beans
Burmese Green Bean Salad by The Pepper Cook
(HERBS, SPINACH, KALE, AND MORE)
Pictured: Apple Candied Walnuts and Blue Cheese Salad with Honey Apple Dressing
My Favourite Greens Recipes:
Creamy Cashew Pea Pesto
Kale and Pistachio Pesto
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Bowl
Farro Kale and Olive Salad by Vanilla and Bean
I try to keep a bag of fresh greens in my fridge at all times for spur of the moment salads, pestos, and anything else. I always use fresh herbs and you will absolutely taste the difference from dried herbs. I’m thinking of growing my own herb garden next. My new favourite herb is definitely rosemary! I’ve been using it in EVERYTHING.
PUMPKINS
Pictured: Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
My Favourite Pumpkin Recipes:
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
Skinny Vegan Pumpkin French Toast
Vegan Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter by Pumpkin ‘n Spice
More Pumpkin Recipes >>
RADISHES
Pictured: Quick Pickled Radishes
HOW am I just getting into Radishes? Not only are they so undeniably pretty, their crunch and spice factor reminds me a lot of kohlrabi which I fell in love with two years ago. Be sure to try out all different varieties of radishes including easter egg radishes (pictured above), daikon radishes and any other kinds that you can find!
My Favourite Radish Recipes:
Quick Pickled Radishes
More Radishes Recipes >>
SQUASH
Pictured: Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese with Crispy Sage
Squash is where it’s at. Definitely one of my favourite recipes ever above!
My Favourite Squash Recipes:
Vegan Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese with Crispy Sage
Vegan Butternut Squash and Apple Soup
Butternut Squash and Kale Lasagna by Vanilla and Bean
More Squash Recipes >>
TOMATOES
Pictured: One Skillet Shakshuka
I would say tomatoes are my summer/fall staple, but they are definitely one of my LIFE staples. I put tomatoes in and on every. single. thing. Whether’s its using cherry tomatoes, tomato sauce or making my own marinara sauce, tomatoes are so great to use this month because they go with everything! If you aren’t a fan of tomatoes, try using it seasoned instead of raw. It may change your perspective!
My Favourite Tomato Recipes:
One Skillet Shakshuka ** – super fav recipe
Roasted Tomato Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons
Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Burst Cherry Tomatoes
Coconut Chickpea Curry
Burst Tomato Cauliflower Rice Caprese Salad by Whole and Heavenly Oven
More Tomato Recipes >>
If you try any of these recipes from this October Produce Guide, please let me know in the comment section below, or tag me on instagram with the hashtag #jessicainthekitchen. What do you plan to make this month?
P.S. I’ve completely redone my Pinterest boards to be ingredient specific so you can find more great seasonal October produce. Head over to check it out!
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