As wet weather hits most of the country, there’s nothing better on a rainy day than to cook up a delicious comfort meal with bountiful winter produce! Head into your local fruit and veg shop today and stock up for all your favourite cold-weather meals this week.
Our pick of the week is Eggplant. Available in standard varieties as well as the striking Graffiti Eggplant, eggplant is a winter favourite. Cook eggplant over an open flame or roast to really enhance the flavour and add a smoky flavour to this wonderful vegetable! If you’re after a delicious starter for your next dinner party, try these Stuffed Eggplant Fritters.
The winter-season Strawberries are here, and are a delicious way to meet your fruit intake today! Try our Blood Orange & Strawberry Galette to truly celebrate the season.
Super creamy and perfect for every occasion, Avocados are in great supply and quality this week. Smash up some avo for your toast, or add it to your taco-night helpings! Get creative with your brekkies this week and try out these Baked Eggs in Avocado – this one’s for the ao lovers!
Swing into the weekend with Citrus! Winter brings with it a wide variety of citrus on offer at your local fruit and veg shop this week, giving you plenty to choose from. Pick from Lemons, Limes, Oranges, Mandarins & Grapefruit this week. Pair winter citrus with seafood in this Fresh Citrus Salad with Scallops.
Tomatoes are great quality this week with a variety available including greenhouse and field-grown. Pick up some truss or Roma tomatoes this week and warm up with a bowl of Roasted Tomato Soup!
Zucchini are in good supply, and are another great veg to add to your weeknight roasts or add to your morning fritters, but Zucchini really shines in this Zucchini Lasagne that the whole family will love.
Fresh and crisp Silverbeet is available at your local fruit and veg shop this week. Braising your greens is a delicious way to add more veg to your diet. Try our Braised Greens & Butterbeans with Crostini for a nourishing breakfast or light dinner this week.
Add root vegetables to your winter essentials list. Carrot, Sweet Potato, Onion & Beetroot are all great value this week and are all full of flavour so they’re sure to inspire your creativity this week! Add sweet potato to your taco night with these delicious veg-forward Roasted Sweet Potato & Cauliflower Tacos.
Immerse yourself in the seasonal wonders of these fruits and vegetables, carefully selected from local growers to ensure the highest quality. Visit your local fruit and veg shop to experience the joy of cooking with fresh, seasonal produce. Get inspired, try new recipes, and savour the flavours of the season. Your local Fruit and Veg shop hand select their produce from local Growers and Wholesalers at the central markets to bring you the best quality available! Pick up some of this produce and more from your local Fruit and Veg shop this week!