Summer is  winding down as many teachers and their students have already returned to school.  This month’s produce guide marks  a scattering of seasonal produce that may be challenge for  home packed school lunches. But by the same token football season is also here and there are a number of healthy options that you can serve for finger foods and appetizers without expanding the waistline.

Seasonal Fruits and Vegetables for September:

Apples Artichokes Blackberries Blueberries Broccoli Cabbage Cauliflower Carrots Chile Peppers Cucumber

Curly Kale Figs French Beans Garlic Horseradish Leeks Lettuce Mushrooms Nectarines New Potatoes

Peaches Pears Plums Pumpkins Red Onions Spinach Squash Sweet Corn Tomatoes

 

So this month, we will be featuring a number of fruits and vegetables that would be suitable for lunch boxes, tailgate parties  and vegan dinner options that will delight even the most fineky of eaters.