August — The Last Month of Summer! What's Fresh to Eat This Month?
Summer flew by, and here we are at its final month! Just like every month, we're continuing our "what's fresh to eat?" series — this time for August. Read on to discover the best seasonal produce and seafood of the month.
August is finally here… Sure, it marks the end of summer, but every month and every season brings its own beauty and flavors. So let's take a look at which delicious foods we can enjoy fresh this month — and nourish our bodies while we're at it.
Which Vegetables Should You Eat in August?
When you think of August, the first thing that comes to mind is okra. Isn't that right? Especially if you've already read our The Miracle of Okra article — in that case, you've probably already started preparing your Winter-Preserved Okra :)
Now for the rest of the vegetables in season:
- Black-eyed peas
- Zucchini
- Tomato
- Eggplant
- Corn
- Green beans
- Bell pepper
- Red pepper
- Basil
- Rosemary
- Garden cress
- Sweet basil (reyhan)
Which Fruits Should You Eat in August?
August is undoubtedly the month of the sweetest fruits…
- Fig
- Damson plum
- Grape
- Blackberry
- Red plum
- Sour cherry
- Peach
- Cantaloupe
- Watermelon
Which Seafood Should You Eat in August?
August also brings an abundance of flavors from the sea. Below you'll find the freshest and most delicious seafood to enjoy this month — but before that, we just had to share this wonderful Oven-Baked Bluefish recipe :)
- Bluefin tuna
- Yellowfin tuna
- Horse mackerel
- Bluefish (juvenile)
- Meagre (shi drum)
- Rock fish
- Common dentex
We wish you nourishing and healthful days!
