From beautiful figs and juicy plums to crunchy peppers and gorgeous eggplants, in this illustrated produce guide, you will find a list of fruit and vegetables in season in August. Also included are more than 50+ seasonal recipes that will inspire you to eat fresh and seasonal throughout the whole month.
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Welcome to month 8 of my Monthly Seasonal Produce Guides!
Dive into the heart of summer's brilliance! Imagine a vibrant canvas filled with luscious berries, juicy watermelons, and sweet cantaloupes, all echoing the joyful spirit of the season. Amidst the verdant calm of collard greens and zucchinis, the market comes alive, brimming with an abundance of flavors. It's a testament to the captivating charm of summer – where ordinary produce transforms into extraordinary artistry. Truly, a season of pure magic!
If you're wondering what fruit and vegetables are in season in August, here is a full list of all the produce now in season.
Looking for recipe ideas? Just click on the links below and grab all the inspiration you need to cook healthy throughout the month.
Regional Produce Guide: US East Coast
Fruits:
- Blueberries (early August in northern parts)
- Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Peaches
- Plums
- Apples (early varieties start late August)
- Pears (late August in some areas)
- Melons (watermelon, cantaloupe)
- Figs (in southern parts)
- Grapes (late August in some areas)
Vegetables:
- Tomatoes
- Sweet Corn
- Bell Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Summer Squash & Zucchini
- Eggplant
- Green Beans
- Okra (especially in the south)
- New Potatoes
- Lettuce & Salad Greens (in cooler northern areas)
- Kale & Swiss Chard
- Onions
- Beets
- Carrots (summer carrots)
Regional Produce Guide: US West Coast
Fruits:
- Stone Fruits (peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots)
- Berries (blackberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- Figs
- Grapes
- Melons (cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon)
- Apples (early varieties)
- Cherries (early August in Washington)
Vegetables:
- Tomatoes
- Sweet Corn
- Bell Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Summer Squash & Zucchini
- Eggplant
- Green Beans
- Onions
- Carrots
- Beets
- Lettuce & Salad Greens
- Kale & Swiss Chard
- Broccoli (early plantings in coastal areas)
Regional Produce Guide: US Central
Fruits:
- Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Apples (early varieties start late August)
- Peaches (in southern parts)
- Melons (watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew)
- Grapes (late August)
Vegetables:
- Tomatoes
- Sweet Corn
- Bell Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Summer Squash & Zucchini
- Green Beans
- Eggplant (in warmer areas)
- Okra (in warmer southern parts)
- New Potatoes
- Carrots
- Onions
- Lettuce & Salad Greens (early August in northern parts)
- Kale & Swiss Chard
Regional Produce Guide: EU
Fruits:
- Apples (early varieties start)
- Pears
- Plums
- Peaches and Nectarines
- Figs
- Raspberries
- Blackberries
- Cherries (early August)
- Grapes (especially in southern Europe)
- Melons (cantaloupe, watermelon, honeydew)
- Currants and Gooseberries (early August in some areas)
Vegetables:
- Tomatoes
- Bell Peppers
- Cucumbers
- Summer Squash & Zucchini
- Eggplant (especially Mediterranean countries)
- Green Beans
- Lettuce & Salad Greens
- Carrots
- Onions
- Beets
- New Potatoes
- Cabbage (early plantings)
- Kale & Swiss Chard
- Fennel (in Mediterranean areas)
- Courgettes (zucchini)
Recipes to try in August
Smoothies
- Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
- Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie
- Strawberry Ginger Smoothie Bowl
- Blueberry Acai Smoothie Bowl
- Blueberry Avocado Smoothie Bowl
- Cherry Banana Smoothie
- Cherry Chocolate Smoothie
- Cantaloupe Peach Smoothie
- Pineapple Peach Smoothie Bowl
- Chocolate Avocado Smoothie
- Strawberry Ginger Smoothie
- Mango Blueberry Smoothie
- Strawberry Kefir Smoothie
- Strawberry Spirulina Smoothie
- Strawberry Peanut Butter Smoothie
- Mixed Berry Smoothie
Main dishes
- Basil Pesto Chicken Pasta
- Easy Chicken Parmesan
- Turkey Burger With Greek Yogurt Topping
- Soy Chicken Screwers
- Cornflake Chicken Tenders
- Tuna Melts Zucchini Boats
- Zucchini Quiche
- Zucchini Lasagna
- Tex Mex Chicken Zucchini
- Zucchini Mushroom Chicken Stir Fry
- Beef Stuffed Zucchini
- Vegetarian Stuffed Eggplant
Nina says
Thank you so much for this!! I have been wanting to get into eating seasonally for health and environmental benefits, and have not found anything as great as your list, as well as the recipes you have included to help with cooking ideas. Thank you!!