By: Judy Davie - The Food Coach
 Summer brings one of Australia's most anticipated seasonal treats: lychees. Sweet, floral and wonderfully juicy, these tropical gems are at their very best from November through to February, making now the time to enjoy them at their peak.
If you spot them at your local greengrocer, don't hesitate - lychee season is short and very special.
Why Lychees Deserve a Spot in Your Basket
Vitamin C Boost
A small handful of lychees can meet your daily vitamin C needs, supporting immunity and helping keep skin healthy and glowing - perfect summer support.
Naturally Hydrating
With their high water content, lychees are incredibly refreshing on hot days and a delicious way to top up hydration.
Rich in Antioxidants
Lychees contain polyphenols that help reduce inflammation and support heart health - small fruit, big benefits.
Gentle, Gut-Friendly Fibre
Their fibre content supports digestion without feeling heavy, making them an easy, summery fruit to enjoy after meals.
How to Choose & Store Lychees
Look for lively colour: Choose fruit with bright pink to red skin that feels firm and slightly bumpy.
Skip the sad ones: Avoid lychees that look brown, shrivelled or dry.
Store smart: Keep them in a breathable bag in the fridge - they'll stay fresh for up to a week.
Delicious Ways to Enjoy Lychees
Simply Fresh
Peel and eat - sometimes the simplest way really is the best.
<Salads with a Twist
Add lychees to green salads with prawns, mint, cucumber and a squeeze of lime for instant summer vibes.
Cool & Creamy Desserts
Toss them through fruit salad, freeze into a light sorbet, or try a lychee and coconut panna cotta for an elegant finish.
Summer Sips
Blend into mocktails, sparkling water or cocktails - a lychee martini is a classic for a reason.
Seasonal, Sensational & Worth It
Buying lychees in season means better flavour, better value and better nutrition. Their sweet perfume and juicy bite make them one of summer's true pleasures - fleeting, fabulous and best enjoyed while they last.
So if you see them piled high and glowing pink - grab a bag and make the most of Australia's lychee season
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