Market fresh Report - Week Ending June 8th

The Food Coach

Navel oranges
Exceptionally sweet and seedless, perfect for fresh juice or snacking.
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Grapefruit
Juicy and tangy; ideal for breakfast or making refreshing drinks.
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Kiwi fruit
Rich in vitamin C; gold variety is sweeter, both great for snacking or adding to yogurt.
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Silverbeet
Large, vibrant leaves; excellent for stuffing or incorporating into stir-fries.
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Potatoes and Sweet potato
Versatile staples; great for mashing, roasting, or baking.
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Pears
Beurre Bosc & Packham Pears: Ideal for roasting or enjoying fresh; versatile for both sweet and savory dishes.
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Strawberries
Coming into season with increasing availability; perfect for desserts or smoothies.
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Persimmon (Fuyu)
Sweet and crisp; delicious eaten fresh or added to salads. IN NSW the season concludes early June so now is an excellent time to enjoy them before the season wraps up.
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Pumpkin
Butternut, Jap, Queensland Blue pumpkins. Sweet and hearty; ideal for roasting or making soups.
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Rhubarb
Vibrant and tart; perfect for crumbles, pies, or compotes
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Mandarins
Mandarins
Mandarins (Premium Gem, Daisy, Imperial): At their peak sweetness; great for lunchboxes or adding zest to salads
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Hass avocado
Abundant and affordable; great for spreads, salads, or guacamole.
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Cavolo Nero
Cavolo Nero
Sturdy leaves perfect for soups or sautéed dishes; rich in nutrients.
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Brussels sprouts
Fresh and tender; roast or sauté for a flavorful side dish.
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Seasonal Recipes - Winter


 Baked turkey with fennel, asparagus and pine nuts
Here we combine the comfort factor of turkey, full flavoured parmesan (to taste through the sinuses) and pine nuts as the main source of zinc.

Mango, lime and toasted sesame filo cups
These are fun, yum and relatively low in energy. I tested them for the first time with a bunch of friends over for dinner and the general consensus was a big thumbs up. I also tested my blood sugar levels after eating them and they stayed well within a health range. ( note - everyone's blood glucose response is different ) The recipe makes 12 ( 2 per serve) I served them with the choice of coconut yoghurt or coconut ice-cream.

Spanakopita
This is a real favourite and incredibly easy to make. Don't be put off by the filo pastry. The real trick is allow it to reach room temperature and work fast. I use a pastry brush to brush the sheets lightly with oil. Thanks to Costa Georgiadis for passing this recipe of him mother's on.

Warm winter lentil and Romanesco salad
Serve it warm and a salad becomes appealing in winter. Especially when it's as nourishing and delicious as this one. If you haven't tried Romanesco you are in for a treat. Save time and roast the whole head, and use half to make this salad and the other half as a vegetable side dish. Once tasted, I promise you'll be hooked!

Japanese miso and tofu soup
This is one of my favourite soups to make. It's super-easy and you just feel like it's doing you good with each spoonful. To maintain the probiotic properties of the miso, bring it to a boil slowly and turn the heat off within 2 minutes of boiling

Gluten Free Orange and Almond Cake
I found this recipe on SBS food and immediately made it a bit healthier by cutting down on the amount of sugar it contains. It's super-moist and rich so you don't need a big piece to feel satisfied.

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