Autumn has arrived, and with it comes a variety of in-season fruits and vegetables. Whether you’ve planted veges that are ready to harvest or you’re shopping seasonally to get the best bang for your buck, here are a few easy Autumn-inspired recipes from Countdown to get your tastebuds tingling.
New Potato Salad with Beans & Pesto
New potatoes are harvested before they grow to full size. They hold their size and shape well when cooked making them great for salads, boiling, and stews. New potatoes are also nutrient rich, contributing to your daily intake of vitamin B and C, fibre and potassium1. Combined with seasonal round beans and basil, this twist on a classic is perfect for when you’re entertaining or need to bring a plate. Get the full recipe at Countdown.
Honey Soy Chicken Stir-Fry
A quick and easy dish featuring seasonal courgette (also known as zucchini) and red capsicum. This dish is packed with protein from chicken and has a lovely pop of colour from capsicums that contain vitamin C and B62 Courgettes are also a good source of folate, niacin, vitamin E, riboflavin and potassium3. Get the full recipe at Countdown.
Vegetable & Lentil Stew
Make the most of seasonal vegetables with this hearty and healthy Vegetable and Lentil Stew. Ready in 15 minutes, this quick stew is a sure-fire way to increase your daily vegetable intake as it’s packed with parsnips, carrots, onions, leeks, celery and carrots. Plus, it’s vegan if you’re looking to decrease your meat intake. Find the full recipe at Countdown.
Feijoa, Lemon & Coconut Muffins
Around this time of the year, feijoa trees become full of delicious fruit – sometimes more than one can stomach. So, if you’ve got feijoas to spare, why not try this perfect morning tea muffin that can be prepared in advance for the week and shared with friends and families. Great for kids’ lunchboxes too! Get the full recipe at Countdown.
Beetroot & Apple Salad
Apples tend to be more affordable as Autumn rolls around and they’re also at their crunchiest. Apples are so versatile and can be baked, stewed, or made into juice. Featuring alongside beetroot, this salad is fresh, sweet and on the crispy side. Whip it up in less than 10 mins and serve as a side dish. Get the full recipe at Countdown.
