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
Casarecce with Artichokes & Lemon Garlic Crumbs
Aubergines
Beans
Warm green bean salad with toasted sesame seeds
Beetroot
Beetroot & za’atar dip with pita chips
Celery
Patty pans
Patty pan and bulgur-wheat sushi with mango-chilli dip
Red onions
Roasted beetroot, pickled red onion and goat’s cheese salad
Spinach
Broccoli and spinach-base pizza
Seasonal summer fruits
Apricots
Apricot & almond phyllo tarte Tatin
Grapes
Crispy porchetta with grape & sage stuffing
Guavas
Litchis
Litchi-mousse no-bake cheesecake
Mangoes
Nectarines
Roasted nectarines with amaretti crumble
Papaya
Coconut, Papaya & Macadamia Bowl
Watermelon
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Food and wine experiences at Vergelegen wine estate this summer
Food and wine experiences at Vergelegen wine estate this summer
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