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.
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.
Vegetables in season August
Avocado, artichokes, beetroot, bok choy, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celeriac, celery, chillies, chicory, chard, collard greens, corn, cucumbers, eggplant, endive, fennel, garlic, green beans, horseradish, kale, leek, lettuce, mushrooms, okra, onions, peas, peppers, potatoes, radishes, scallions, spinach, summer squash, tomatillos, tomatoes, turnips, zucchini.
Fruits in season August
Apples, apricots, blackberries, blueberries, cantaloupe, cherries, figs, grapes, lemon, melons, mulberries, nectarines, oranges, peaches, pears, plums, raspberries, redcurrants, strawberries, and watermelon.
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August seasonal recipes
Breakfast recipes
- Peach Overnight Oats
- Blueberry Banana Pancakes
- Raspberry Chia Pudding
- Blueberry Oatmeal Porridge
- Blueberry Pancake Casserole
- Strawberry Overnight Oats
- Strawberry Chia Pudding
- Blueberry Chia Pudding
- Blueberry Coconut Chia Pudding
- Peach Ginger Chia Pudding
- Cinnamon Orange Granola
- Berry Banana Breakfast Oat Bars
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
This post was originally published in August 2018. It has been updated with new recipes and republished in August 2022.
Brittany says
I can't figure out how to print this :(
Natalie says
Right-mouse click on the image - Save Image As - this will save the image on your computer. Open the image and print :)
Tara says
So many wonderful fruits and vegetables in season this month! Such great uses for them too, especially with the Peach Overnight Oats and Miso Eggplant.
Toni says
This is so helpful! Thanks for sharing this!