Fruit
- Apples
- Feijoas
- Passionfruit
- Pears
- Persimmons
Vegetables
- Beans
- Broccoli
- Brussel sprouts
- Cabbage
- Cauliflower
- Fennel
- Leek
- Pumpkin
Feijoas
These sweet little guys are abundant during autumn, they have a unique flavour so make the most of them and add them to cakes, crumbles and chutneys. If you’re lucky enough and have a tree we recommend freezing the inside flesh, perfect for smoothies and crumbles or bottling up our chutney to enjoy year-round.
Leeks
Leeks are a member of the allium family (onions, garlic, shallots, etc). The white and light green parts are often called for in recipes, save the tough outer green parts for stocks and broths.
Leeks can be braised, sauteed, roasted and perfect for soups, stews and pies.
Recipe suggestions:
- Sweet Potato, Leek, Cabbage and Potato Gratin
- Braised Leek, Fennel and Potatoes with Lemon, Chickpeas and Crispy Salmon.
Cruciferous veggies
Think cabbage, cauliflower, kale and broccoli – though they are available mostly all year round they are sweetest and full of their delicious flavour when the weather gets colder. You may notice cauliflower prices creep up during the warm summer period, sometimes costing up to $15.
The cruciferous family are the perfect candidate for roasting, they crisp up effortlessly adding extra flavour with minimal effort, serve with a creamy sauce or toss through a grain salad.
Recipe suggestions:
- Roasted Cauliflower with Pickled Onions, Yoghurt and Tahini
- Warm Broccoli, Grain Salad with Feta and Pumpkin Seeds
- Vegan Nourish Bowl with Crispy Lentils and Kale, Sweet Potato and a Creamy Cashew Sauce
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels are also a part of the cruciferous family but they deserve a heading of their own. They’re like small little compact cabbages that are delicious when roasted until crispy and charred. They also can be finely shaved making a delicious side salad.
Recipe suggestions:
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Burrata, Mint and Vinaigrette
- Charred Brussel Sprouts with Whipped Feta
Pumpkin
Roasted pumpkin is naturally sweet and full of flavour. Perfect for hearty grain salads – simply toss through a grain of choice with some fresh herbs, crunchy nuts and creamy feta. When steamed, pumpkin blends into a thick, velvety puree! Perfect for dips, soups, pasta sauces and more.
Recipe suggestions:
- Roasted Pumpkin with Dukkah, Honey and Feta
- Roasted Cauliflower and Pumpkin, Freekeh Salad with Date Vinaigrette
- Pumpkin and Ricotta Vegetarian Lasagne with Crispy Sage
- Veggie Packed Mac & Cheese
