June 30 In Season at the SA Produce Market

Buying and eating in season produce is good for your nutrition and helps the economy, our seasonal updates are here to lend a hand.

Let us inspire you with just a few of the fresh, locally grown produce now in season at the South Australia Produce Market that you will find at your local fruit and veg store.

Tangelo

Say hello to the newest citrus sensation in town — Tangelos! These vibrant fruits are a natural cross between a juicy tangerine and a pomelo (the ancestor of grapefruit), bringing you the best of both worlds.

Bursting with a zesty sweet-tart flavour and balanced acidity, Tangelos are not just delicious — they’re practical too! With a super easy-to-peel skin and barely any seeds, they’re perfect for kids’ lunch boxes or a refreshing on-the-go snack.

Enjoy them fresh, tossed in salads, blended into juices, or even used in tangy desserts and sauces. Tangelos are the versatile citrus you didn’t know you needed — until now!

Cabbage

Cabbage is the quiet achiever of the veggie world — incredibly versatile, nutritious, and available in a rainbow of varieties including white/green, red, and Savoy. Whether you’re tossing it fresh into coleslaw, blending it into vibrant salads, or cooking it up sautéed, steamed, stir-fried, or boiled — cabbage delivers on flavour and function.

Packed with fibre and gut-loving goodness, cabbage helps relieve gastritis, ulcers, and IBS symptoms. And when sautéed with a splash of olive oil, a pinch of salt, pepper, garlic, and a squeeze of lemon or lime — it transforms into a seriously tasty side. Healthy, hearty, and endlessly adaptable — cabbage is calling!

Parsnip

Cold nights call for comfort food, and nothing hits the spot like a tray of golden roasted parsnips! 🥕 Locally grown right here in the northern plains of Adelaide, these winter gems are ideal for hearty meals, especially your classic Sunday roast.

They may look like white carrots, but their flavour is in a league of its own — sweet, earthy, and absolutely delicious once roasted! 😋 Bonus trivia: before sugarcane took over, parsnips were a go-to natural sweetener in Europe!

✅ In season

✅ Locally grown

✅ Perfect for roasting, soups, or mash

Add some to your trolley this week and give your winter cooking a sweet, rustic twist!

Rhubarb

If you’re craving something with a little zing, it might be time to give rhubarb a starring role in your kitchen again! This stunning pink-red stalk brings a tart, sometimes slightly bitter punch that adds depth and contrast to a wide range of dishes — both sweet and savoury. Traditionally celebrated in pies and crumbles 🍰, rhubarb is also fantastic in jams, sauces, chutneys, and even savoury pairings like pork or roasted vegetables. Its vibrant colour and sharp taste make it a natural standout on the plate — and a favourite for foodies who love to experiment.

💡 Fun kitchen tip: Balance rhubarb’s sharpness with ingredients like strawberries, apples, honey, or citrus zest for a delightful flavour combo that really pops!

So whether you’re digging up Grandma’s old rhubarb crumble recipe or looking for a fresh way to elevate your weeknight meals, now is the perfect time to make room for rhubarb in your trolley — and your kitchen! 🛒👩‍🍳

You’ll find the best produce inside your local independent fruit & veg stores. Locate your closest store here.And don’t forget to check out Pick a Local, Pick SA Facebook page for the latest news from your local fresh produce experts.