It's August and for many people that means one thing above all: summer is slowly coming to an end and autumn is not too far away. But there's no need to be sad - the eighth month of the year also has many positive aspects. In addition to the bright blue sky and the pleasant late summer temperatures, August brings the following in particular: an abundant selection of fruit and vegetables. Wondering which regional fruit and vegetables are in season in August? Here is our list!
Seasonal and regional: these superfoods will see us through August
Vegetables in August
In summer, many people like to eat healthy food that is easy to digest. How great that August presents us with just such foods! The eighth month of the year provides us with numerous healthy vegetables that are an indispensable part of light summer cuisine. Tomatoes taste particularly good now. Whether eaten pure or processed - the red nightshade plant is a true all-rounder and can now be harvested at its best. It's high time to process the crunchy, sweet tomatoes into delicious meals! In addition to tomatoes, courgettes, cucumbers and aubergines can also be added to the menu. Later on, pumpkins will also join the vegetable selection. But that's not all - here's our list!
- Aubergines
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Mushrooms
- Chinese cabbage
- Peas
- Potatoes
- Beans
- Spring onion
- Cucumbers
- Carrots
- Cabbage
- Kohlrabi
- Garlic
- Herb
- Pumpkin
- Swiss chard
- Paprika
- Radish
- Beetroot
- Salads
- Celery stalks
- Tomatoes
- Courgette
- Onions
Fruit in August
What do we particularly like about August? The seemingly endless selection of fruit. Berries in particular are making a big comeback, which makes us very happy. The small power fruits are very rich in healthy nutrients and are perfect as a refreshing snack between meals. Our faithful companions apple and pear will also soon be ready to be harvested from the orchard. The so-called summer varieties are particularly juicy and delicious. If apples, pears and berries are still not enough for you - here is our fruit list!
- Apples
- Pears
- Blackberries
- Strawberries
- Blueberries
- Raspberries
- Apricots
- Mirabelle plums
- Peaches
- Currant
- Gooseberries
- Plums
THE seasonal superfood par excellence: the currant
We all know them, we all love them: currants. The small red berries have a sweet and sour flavour and are particularly juicy. Their intense colour makes them tempting to snack on right from the bush. One thing is certain: when it comes to redcurrants, you can really go for it! The delicious berries contain numerous health-promoting ingredients and make currants not only a tasty but also a healthy snack. In addition to lots of vitamins and minerals, the superfood also contains plenty of fibre - a real miracle cure for our digestion!
As you can see, in August we are really blessed with an abundance of delicious fruit and vegetables. There is hardly any other month in which it is so good to shop regionally and seasonally - after all, we have a huge selection in August so that the menu always remains varied. We hope that we have been able to inspire you to take a closer look at the regional and seasonal delicacies of the month. We hope you enjoy the garden harvest and wish you bon appétit!