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    Home » Blog » Meal Planning

    Foods in Season in August

    Published: Aug 1, 2022 / Modified: Sep 14, 2022 by Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN / This post may contain affiliate links / 2 Comments

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    bruschetta, patty pan squash, corn on the cob, and cantaloupe salad in a collage with text box

    This produce guide highlights 10 of the best foods in season in August, including both fruits and vegetables. Learn how to incorporate more recipes with seasonal produce into your weekly meal plan with this post!

    collage of bruschetta, patty pan squash, corn on the cob, and cantaloupe salad with text box

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    Seasonal produce in August is delicious and can no doubt help you stay energized through the dog days of summer. So many of the fruits and vegetables that are available this month are refreshing, nutritious, and easy to prepare with no-fuss recipes.

    Summer fruits, in addition to late summer vegetables like eggplant and tomatoes, are abundant. Be sure to check out my posts on June, July, and September seasonal foods and what to do with a summer farmers market haul for more ways to use August produce.

    Corn

    tomato and corn gazpacho in a serving bowl with toppings on a counter
    grilled sweet corn cobs with cilantro chimichurri on a pink serving platter

    Sweet corn season continues through August much to my fellow corn lovers’ delight! To keep ears of corn as fresh as possible, leave the husks on and wrap them tightly in a plastic bag before storing in the fridge. Eat within a couple of days.

    Here are the best ways to eat corn in August:

    • Grilled Sweet Corn with Cilantro Chimichurri
    • Green Beans and Corn with Cider Vinegar and Herbs
    • Sweet Corn Soup with Potatoes and Thyme
    • Yellow Tomato and Corn Gazpacho
    • Blueberry Sweet Corn Frozen Yogurt Bark

    Cucumbers

    cucumber avocado soup topped with chopped pineapple in a bowl
    bell pepper and cucumber noodle salad on a serving plate with chopsticks

    Crunchy, hydrating cucumbers are a great addition to August meals. They’re also very filling.

    In addition to enjoying raw cucumbers, you can turn them into “noodles,” grill them, and blend them into smoothies and cold soups. And of course, you can make pickles! My cookbook has a great recipe for refrigerator pickles if you’re interested.

    Here are the best ways to eat cucumbers in August:

    • Creamy Chilled Cucumber Avocado Soup
    • Cucumber Smoothie with Pineapple and Banana
    • Sesame Bell Pepper and Cucumber Noodle Salad
    • Dill Pickle Hummus
    • Healthy Cucumber Canapés with Whipped Feta

    Eggplant

    eggplant meatballs sprinkled with cheese and chopped parsley in a skillet with tomato sauce
    eggplant gyro sandwich on pita wrapped up in foil and parchment paper next to toppings

    I use to be an eggplant hater, but then I found out how much it has to offer when prepared in the right way! The key is to work with this August vegetable to remove its bitterness and to pair it with complementary ingredients. After I figured this out, I’ve really enjoyed creating new recipes with eggplant over the years.

    If you’re a little wary of eggplant, I encourage you to try it in different ways this month! You may just find a new favorite recipe in the process. For tips on preparing eggplant, see my tutorial on How to Cut Eggplant.

    Here are the best ways to eat eggplant in August:

    • Crispy Baked Eggplant Slices
    • Eggplant Gyro Sandwiches on Pita
    • Vegan Eggplant Meatballs

    Fennel

    fennel sliced into half moon pieces on a cutting board with a knife
    a white bowl with fennel and lentil salad on top of a blue napkin

    With a taste reminiscent of licorice, fennel isn’t everyone’s cup of tea (fennel tea is actually a thing though). However, this vegetable is truly one of the best foods in season in August and is really delicious with the right ingredients. You can enjoy fennel raw or cooked and add it to salads, soups, or roasted vegetable recipes.

    Here are the best ways to eat fennel in August:

    • Lemony Fennel Lentil Salad with Parsley
    • Coconut Cod with Fennel and Spinach
    • Simple Shaved Carrot and Fennel Salad
    • Beet and Fennel Salad with Citrus Dressing

    Grapes

    quinoa grape salad with herbs in a serving bowl with a spoon
    Roasted Fennel and Grapes with Feta

    Grapes start to come into season in August, and boy is it an exciting time! Fresh grapes are so juicy and delicious not to mention a perfect addition to late summer charcuterie boards, appetizer platters, salads, and more.

    Here are the best ways to eat grapes in August:

    • Quinoa Grape Salad with Tabouleh
    • Warm Fennel Salad with Grapes and Feta
    • Frozen and enjoyed as a refreshing snack on a hot day!

    Herbs

    sliced quesadilla stacked on top of each other on a plate with basil leaves on top
    creamy jalapeno sauce

    The availability of fresh herbs all summer long and through August makes me so happy! I love harvesting basil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, and sage from my backyard vegetable beds and turning them into frozen herb cubes at the end of the month. It’s a great way to preserve herbs for later use!

    Here are the best ways to eat herbs in August:

    • Spinach Basil Pesto Quesadillas
    • Healthy Creamy Jalapeno Sauce (with dill and cilantro)
    • Roasted Veggie Flatbread (with oregano and rosemary)
    • Greek Lentil Salad (with mint and oregano)
    • Summer Tortellini Salad (with parsley and basil)
    • Heirloom Tomato Salad with Fresh Herbs

    Melons

    spicy watermelon salad with jalapeno dressing on a white rectangular platter
    melon and sugar snap pea salad in a bowl next to a lemon and napkin

    Cantaloupe, honeydew, watermelon…oh my! Melons are in peak season during the summer and are one of the yummiest foods in season in August. Crack open a juicy melon for a refreshing snack on its own or add it to recipes!

    Here are the best way to eat melons in August:

    • Sweet and Spicy Watermelon Salad with Feta and Mint
    • Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
    • Fresh Melon and Sugar Snap Pea Salad
    • Cucumber Melon Fruit and Vegetable Popsicles

    Peppers

    cooked fajita veggies in a cast iron skillet next to a spoon and napkin
    quick blistered shishito peppers in a cast iron skillet

    Late summer is the best time to enjoy peppers. There are so many varieties available, including hot and sweet ones and everything in between. Hot peppers like jalapenos and chili peppers spice up meals, while bell peppers offer a sweeter taste.

    Here are the best ways to eat peppers in August:

    • Jalapeno, Bell Pepper, and Mango Salsa
    • Grilled Quesadilla with Peppers and Beans
    • Roasted Eggplant Red Pepper Dip
    • 10 Minute Cast Iron Blistered Shishito Peppers
    • Fajita Veggies (Chipotle Inspired)

    Tomatoes

    three cherry tomato bruschetta slices next to plain bread slices and topping
    fresh garden salsa in a serving bowl surrounded by tortilla chips and ingredients

    Is this even a post about foods in season in August if I don’t highlight tomatoes?! Fresh tomatoes are the poster children for seasonal produce during this time of year!

    From cherry to heirloom to roma and more, tomatoes are available in so many varieties and have tons of culinary uses. Check out my tutorial on How to Cut Tomatoes to see how to prepare different types.

    Here are the best ways to eat tomatoes in August:

    • Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with Heirloom Tomato
    • Fresh Peach Caprese Salad
    • Grilled Panzanella Salad
    • Fresh Garden Salsa
    • Cherry Tomato Bruschetta

    Zucchini and Summer Squash

    zucchini chocolate chip cookie on a striped dish towel on a counter
    patty pan squash cooked in a skillet and topped with parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes

    Zucchini is everywhere in August. Regardless of if you particularly enjoy this vegetable or not, you can’t hide from it! In addition to zucchini, other varieties of summer squash like yellow crookneck and patty pan are also available. If you’re bored with regular ol’ zucchini this month, try some different types of summer squash to mix it up.

    Here are the best ways to eat zucchini in August:

    • Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies
    • Easy Italian Zucchini Kabobs
    • Summer Squash and Dill Salmon Burgers
    • Sautéed Patty Pan Squash
    • Vegan Zucchini Overnight Oats

    August Meal Plan

    Ok so all of these foods in season in August are totally drool-worthy…agreed?! There are so many great recipes on this list, so it was hard to come up with just five days of sample dinners. But here you go! I hope this weekly meal plan provides some inspiration.

    • Monday: Spinach Basil Pesto Quesadillas
    • Tuesday: Lemony Fennel Lentil Salad with Parsley
    • Wednesday: Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese with Heirloom Tomato
    • Thursday: Summer Squash and Dill Salmon Burgers with Chilled Avocado Cucumber Soup
    • Friday: Eggplant Gyro Sandwiches

    What are you cooking this month? Let the Veg World know in the comments! And while you’re here, subscribe to the weekly newsletter for more seasonal veggie inspiration.

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    1. Marlene

      August 05, 2022 at 10:24 am

      Thank you I have so many herb this year due to our rainy start of season.then lots of sun.everything froze last winter.great idea to freeze thank you so much.looking forward to trying your recipes.hope I can print some.very grateful.

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      • Lizzie Streit, MS, RDN

        August 08, 2022 at 8:55 am

        Hi Marlene, I’m glad to hear that you like the idea to freeze your herbs. I hope it works well for you!

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