Summer Fruits And Vegetables

For anyone who enjoys food and cooking, summer offers the finest ingredients—fresh local fruits and vegetables from the garden, farmers’ market, and grocery—to make any dish superlative. The key is to keep things simple and let the quality of seasonal ingredients shine through. It’s so easy, enjoyable, and affordable to indulge your cravings for fresh fruits and vegetables this time of year.

Produce is at its peak in the summertime, so take advantage of in-season:

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Apricots: Apricots have a short season that runs from May through July, with some prized varieties (like Blenheims) only available for a few weeks in late June/early July.

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Bell Peppers: Sweet bell peppers are available as early as May and as late as December, and are at their peak during the summer months.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Avocado: Creamy avocados are typically available year-round, but hit their peak in the summer (at least in California).

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Blackberries: Blackberries are available as early as May and as late as October.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Blueberries: Blueberry season typically runs from May through August.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Cauliflower: Cauliflower is typically available all months, but its peak is in Summer (July and August).

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Cherries: Sweet cherries are typically available from April through July.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Corn: Sweet corn is in season from the beginning of June through the early Fall months.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Cucumbers: Cucumbers are at their peak growing time from early summer to mid-fall (June through November).

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Eggplant: Look for squat and sturdy globe eggplants and slender Japanese varieties from July through October.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Figs: Figs are typically at markets from late June through early December.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Grapes: Juicy grapes are typically available from July through December.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Honeydew Melon: Honeydew melon’s season runs from June to November.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Long Beans: Peak long bean season runs from late summer to early fall. However, in California and Mexico, they grow year-round.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Nectarines: Nectarine season mirrors that of its furry cousin, the peach. They can be ready as early as May and available until late September, but their season is at its peak in July and August.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Okra: Okra season typically runs June through November.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Peaches: Velvety peaches can be ready as early as May and available until late September, but their season is at its peak in July and August.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Plums: Plum season runs from May through September, though it varies slightly from year to year.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Zucchini: Zucchini (and its delectable squash blossoms) is available May through September.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Watermelon: Watermelon season peaks in the summer and lasts from June through October.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Radishes: Although radishes are available year-round, it’s during spring and summer months when one can truly appreciate them for their crisp texture and spicy, juicy bite.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Raspberries: Raspberries have, thankfully, a long season that runs from May through early November, with their peak in the summer months.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Strawberries: Strawberries are at their sweetest from April to July, though they are available at farmers markets as early as March and as late as October.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Summer Squash: Summer squash (a category which includes pattypan, crookneck, zucchini, yellow, and other heirloom varieties) is typically available from June through late October.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org

Tomatoes: From rainbow-hued heirloom varietals to juicy Early Girls to the tiniest grape and cherry versions, tomato season is surprisingly long. Smaller varieties can come to harvest as early as April (but more typically around June) and last till November; larger tomatoes are available through the peak summer and mid-fall months.

The 25 Best Fruits & Veggies Of Summer  was originally published on blackdoctor.org