• It’s the first of December, which means summer is finally here. Summer seasonal fruits and vegetables are delicious and refreshing, perfect for beating the summer heat. Read on for some of the best produce that’s in-season this summer, as well as some great recipe inspo.

    Seasonal summer vegetables

    Artichokes

    Casarecce with Artichokes & Lemon Garlic Crumbs

    https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/casarecce-with-artichokes-lemon-garlic-crumbs

    Aubergines

    Vegetarian aubergine lasagne

    Vegetarian aubergine lasagne

    Beans

    Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds

    Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds

    Beetroot

    Beetroot & za’atar dip with pita chips

    https://www.foodandhome.co.za/recipes/beetroot-zaatar-dip-with-pita-chips

    Celery

    Apple and celery zinger

    Apple and celery zinger

    Patty pans

    Patty pan and bulgur-wheat sushi with mango-chilli dip

    Pattypan and bulgur-wheat sushi with mango-chilli dip

    Red onions

    Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and goat’s cheese salad

    Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and goat’s cheese salad

    Spinach

    Broccoli and spinach-base pizza

    Broccoli and spinach-base pizza

    Seasonal summer fruits

    Apricots

    Apricot & almond phyllo tarte Tatin

    https://www.foodandhome.co.za/features/apricot-almond-phyllo-tarte-tatin

    Grapes

    Crispy porchetta with grape & sage stuffing

    https://www.foodandhome.co.za/on-shelf/crispy-porchetta-with-grape-sage-stuffing

    Guavas

    Guava and mint ice lollies

    Guava and mint ice lollies

    Litchis

    Litchi-mousse no-bake cheesecake

    Litchi-mousse no-bake cheesecake

    Mangoes

    3-ingredient Mango Sorbet

    3-ingredient Mango Sorbet

    Nectarines

    Roasted nectarines with amaretti crumble

    Roasted nectarines with amaretti crumble

    Papaya

    Coconut, Papaya & Macadamia Bowl

    Coconut, Papaya & Macadamia Bowl

    Watermelon

    Watermelon and Aperol snow

    Watermelon and Aperol snow

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