Market fresh Report - Week Ending July 13th

Bursting with goodness, pink grapefruit offers a pleasant tangy flavour and plenty of vitamin C. The flesh varies from pale pink to salmon red and is sweeter than yellow-fleshed types.

Aussie Granny Smith apples are crunchy, tart, and perfect for snacking or cooking. The main varieties in season now at your local greengrocer are Royal Gala, Granny Smith, Envy, Yello, Ambrosia, Pink Lady, Fuji, Jazz, Kanzi and Bravo.

Sweet and juicy pears are ideal for poaching, roasting, or baking.

Fennel offers mild aniseed flavour. Enjoy pan-fried with garlic, tossed through spaghetti, or baked alongside fish or chicken

Kale is rich in vitamins C, iron, calcium, and potassium. It's a nutrient-packed addition to stir-fries or pasta

Swedes are delicious in winter soups, stews, or mashed. They pair well with beetroot and beef.

Winter lemons are juicy, versatile, and great value. Add a squeeze to soups, stews, or roast chicken for extra flavour, or use the zest and juice to brighten cakes and muffins.

Small but sweet, ruby-fleshed blood oranges are in season now. Add their juice to brighten winter dishes — they’re delicious with strawberries and rhubarb

Winter strawberries from Queensland are eating beautifully — sweet, juicy, and full of flavour, however you may find them a little more this week, due to the cold overnight temperatures

Tender and mild in flavour, zucchini is a top buy this week. It's perfect for adding to stir-fries, pasta dishes, fritters, or roasting with herbs and olive oil. For a simple side, try slicing zucchinis and grilling them until golden and delicious!

Full of goodness and great quality, Brussels sprouts are delicious roasted, steamed or stir-fried with bok choy and chicken

Mushrooms are a natural source of vitamin D — great for bone health in winter. Add button, cup, or flat mushrooms to pasta, soups, or meatloaf

Fresh Medjool dates are soft, sweet, and caramel-like, and a source of vitamin C. Snack on them, add to curries, or try them in an old favourite, sticky date pudding.

Hass avocados are creamy and versatile. Swap them for butter on sandwiches or enjoy on rice crackers with tomato.

Brown onions develop a sweet flavour when cooked and are perfect for casseroles, soups, risottos, and caramelising.

Parsnips are a winter favourite, offering sweet, earthy flavour and creamy texture when cooked. Perfect for roasting, mashing with potato, or adding to soups and casseroles.

Asian vegetables like gai lum, pak choy, and choy sum are excellent in stir-fries. They’re super value and add freshness and crunch.