Summer Produce
Content by: Erin (Nugent) Bern, RD
Fruits and Veggies cost less when they are in season. Use this list as a tool to help guide you through the summer season and explore some new foods. Keep in mind that seasonal items will vary by location and weather conditions.
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Common produce items in season during the summer months:
Apples
Apricots
Avocados
Bananas
Beets
Bell Peppers
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Celery
Cherries
Corn
Cucumbers
Eggplant
Garlic
Green Beans
Herbs
Honeydew Melon
Lemons
Lima Beans
Limes
Mangos
Okra
Peaches
Plums
Raspberries
Strawberries
Summer Squash
Tomatillos
Tomatoes
Watermelon
Zucchini
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