Discover what's in season in October, from crisp apples and juicy pears to pumpkins, winter squash, and leafy greens. This seasonal produce guide includes regional fruit and vegetable lists for the US, Europe, and the UK, plus 50+ healthy fall recipes to inspire your cooking throughout the month.
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Welcome to month ten of my Monthly Seasonal Produce Guides!
October is here, and fall is in full swing! As the weather turns cooler, farmers' markets transform into a beautiful display of warm autumn colors and fresh seasonal produce. Crisp apples, juicy pears, and sweet grapes sit alongside colorful pumpkins, winter squash, earthy beets, broccoli, and leafy greens. There's so much deliciousness to enjoy this time of year!
It's the perfect season for cozy soups, hearty dinners, warming breakfasts, and delicious homemade treats.
If you're wondering what fruits and vegetables are in season in October, you'll find a complete regional guide below for the US East Coast, West Coast, Central US, Europe, and the UK.
Looking for recipe ideas? Keep scrolling for more than 50 healthy seasonal recipes to help you make the most of October's harvest.
Seasonal Produce Guide: US East Coast
Fruits in Season in October (US East Coast)
- Apples
- Pears
- Cranberries
- Grapes
- Persimmons
- Figs
- Pomegranates
- Tangerines
Vegetables in Season in October (US East Coast)
- Pumpkins
- Winter Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Carrots
- Beets
- Turnips
- Kale
- Collard Greens
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Spinach
- Swiss Chard
- Leeks
- Onions
- Potatoes
Seasonal Produce Guide: US West Coast
Fruits in Season in October (US West Coast)
- Apples
- Pears
- Grapes
- Figs
- Persimmons
- Pomegranates
- Kiwis
- Plums
- Quince
Vegetables in Season in October (US West Coast)
- Pumpkins
- Winter Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Bell Peppers
- Eggplant
- Carrots
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Kale
- Swiss Chard
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Spinach
- Lettuce
- Leeks
- Onions
- Fennel
Seasonal Produce Guide: US Central
Fruits in Season in October (US Central)
- Apples
- Pears
- Grapes
- Cranberries
- Persimmons
- Pawpaws
- Pecans
Vegetables in Season in October (US Central)
- Pumpkins
- Winter Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Potatoes
- Carrots
- Beets
- Turnips
- Rutabagas
- Kale
- Collard Greens
- Cabbage
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Brussels Sprouts
- Spinach
- Swiss Chard
- Onions
- Leeks
Seasonal Produce Guide: UK
Fruits in Season in October (UK)
- Apples
- Pears
- Quince
- Plums
- Blackberries
- Grapes
- Chestnuts
Vegetables in Season in October (UK)
- Pumpkins
- Butternut Squash
- Winter Squash
- Carrots
- Beetroot
- Parsnips
- Turnips
- Swede
- Potatoes
- Sweetcorn
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Kale
- Spinach
- Swiss Chard
- Leeks
- Onions
- Celeriac
Seasonal Produce Guide: EU
Fruits in Season in October (EU)
- Apples
- Pears
- Grapes
- Figs
- Pomegranates
- Persimmons
- Quinces
- Plums
- Kiwis
- Chestnuts
- Mandarins
Vegetables in Season in October (EU)
- Pumpkins
- Winter Squash
- Sweet Potatoes
- Carrots
- Beetroot
- Potatoes
- Turnips
- Cabbage
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Brussels Sprouts
- Kale
- Spinach
- Swiss Chard
- Leeks
- Onions
- Celeriac
- Fennel
- Aubergines
- Peppers
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October seasonal recipes
Breakfast recipes
- Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal
- Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bake
- Cinnamon Orange Granola
- Pumpkin Overnight Oats
- Apple Cinnamon Overnight Oats
- Apple Cinnamon Baked Oatmeal
- Pumpkin Granola
- Carrot Cake Pancakes
- Carrot Cake Baked Oatmeal
- Carrot Cake Overnight Oats
- Apple Spice Baked Oatmeal
- Pumpkin French Toast
- Sweet Potato Pancakes
Salads
- Roast Pumpkin Pear Salad
- Black Bean Avocado Salad
- Egg Zucchini Noodle Salad
- Avocado Potato Salad
- Cabbage Carrot Slaw
- Arugula Beans Salad
- Quinoa Spinach Salad
- Fall Chopped Chicken Salad
- Apple Pecan Spinach Salad
- Fall Harvest Salad
- Autumn Pear Salad
- Cranberry Apple Quinoa Salad
- Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
- Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
- Roasted Sweet Potato Salad
- Broccoli Salad
- Roasted Sweet Potato Kale Salad
Soups & Stews
- White Wine Cabbage Stew
- Beet Kohlrabi Soup
- Fresh Tomato Apple Soup
- Spicy Broccoli Soup
- Carrot Curry Soup
- Carrot Ginger Soup
- Leek Potato Stew
- White Bean Kale Soup
- Tuscan Kale White Bean Soup
- Tomato Kale Chickpea Stew
- Pumpkin Lentil Soup
- Slow Cooker Beef Stew
- Broccoli Cauliflower Soup
- Maroccan Pumpkin Chickpea Stew
- Mushroom Stew
- Butternut Squash Quinoa Stew
- Split Pea Carrot Soup
- Cabbage Roll Soup
- Vegetable Barley Soup
- Winter Squash Lentil Stew
Main dishes
- Pumpkin Polenta With Roasted Vegetables
- Orange Cranberry Pork Loin
- Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta
- Easy Chicken Parmesan
- Wild Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash
- Maple Glazed Pork Roast
- Mushrooms Stroganoff
- Stuffed Butternut Squash
- Cauliflower Tacos
- Balsamic Glazed Chicken Sheet Pan
- Pumpkin Chili
- Parmesan Butternut Squash Gratin
- Autumn Chicken Sheet Pan
- Sweet Potato Lasagna
- Sheet Pan Brats With Roasted Vegetables
- Sausages And Roasted Veggies Sheet Pan
- Vegan Pumpkin Curry
- Pumpkin Pasta With Italian Sausage
- Short Ribs With Creamy Polenta
- Mushroom Chicken Skillet
Side dishes
- Roasted Garlic Parmesan Potatoes
- Pumpkin Gnocchi
- Pumpkin Ravioli
- Baked Sweet Potato
- Cauliflower Gratin
- Roasted Carrots And Parsnips
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts And Cranberries
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
- Maple Glazed Green Beans
- Instant Pot Butternut Squash
- Roasted Celery Root
- Sweet Potato Puree
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Green Bean Casserole
- Sweet Potato Bake
Desserts
- Apple Cinnamon Muffins
- Apple Pear Crisp
- Apple Carrot Muffins
- Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Cookies
- Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread
- Carrot Orange Oatmeal Cookies
- Carrot Cake Cookies
- Pumpkin Roll Cake
- Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
- Pumpkin Cheesecake Muffins
- Pumpkin Bars
- Pumpkin Loaf Cake
- Carrot Cake Muffins
- Pumpkin Protein Muffins
- Cinnamon Baked Pears
- Tahini Oatmeal Cookies
- Fudgy Cacao Walnut Brownies
More recipes
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- Homemade Pumpkin Puree
- 15 Healthy Fall Pumpkin Desserts
- Halloween Ghost Vanilla Donuts
- Halloween Dark Chocolate Cookies
- Best Fall Soup & Stews
- 30 Healthy Cinnamon Recipes
- 20 Healthy Apple Recipes
- Slow Cooker Applesauce
- Homemade Sauerkraut
- Plum Jam
- Cranberry Sauce
- Refrigerator Pickled Beets
Nancy says
So many in season fruits and veggies. I’m looking forward to grape and eggplantS
Emese says
When fall hits us, I am for all soups and stews. Thanks for this amazing list and also for including our Beet Burger and Eggplant Meatball recipes.