Fall Fruits and Vegetables to Enjoy Raw or Roasted

As the leaves start to turn and the weather gets a bit nippy, fall is the perfect time to cozy up to some seasonal produce. We’ve rounded up our favorite fall produce that can help you go from snacking to supper in no time. Double Up on these fall fruits and vegetables that are delicious right off the shelf or cooked with love at home. 

5 fall fruits and vegetables to enjoy raw or roasted:

Apples 

With more than 1 billion pounds harvested in our home state, apples are at the core of fall in Michigan. They’re perfect for a quick snack or making a simple pie. Keep an eye out for fresh and affordable apples at your nearest Double Up location. 

Recipes to try: 

• Michigan Apple Salsa from Michigan Apples 

• Rhubarb Apple Crisp from Michigan to Table 

Pears 

Pears can pair perfectly with just about anything. Enjoy them fresh or toss them into a salad to add a perfect touch of sweetness. And if you’re feeling like something extra sweet, you can even bake them for dessert. 

Recipes to try: 

• Pear Waldorf Salad from University of Michigan 

• Easy Baked Berries and Pears from Ann Arbor Vegan Kitchen 

Brussels Sprouts 

Don’t let their size fool you; Brussels sprouts are packed with flavor and ready to take on any culinary challenge you throw their way. Whether you roast them, sauté them, or grate them into a fresh salad, these little veggies are ready to impress. 

Recipes to try: 

• Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad from The Trail to Health 

• Roasted Sweet & Spicy Brussels Sprouts from Michigan State University
   

Beets 

These ruby-red roots are an underplayed hero of the kitchen. Boiled, roasted, pickled, or fresh, beets can make your meals more vibrant and nutritious.  

Recipes to try: 

• Beet Blast Salad from The Fresh Man Cook  

• Maple Roasted Beets and Carrots from Michigan Grown, Michigan Great 

Radishes 

Radishes often fly under the radar, but it’s time to let these peppery gems brighten up your meal plan. Raw radishes make for great salads and toppings, but you can unlock even more flavor when you roast them as a delicious side dish. While you might think of radishes as a spring-time staple, fall is a great time to find hearty varieties of radishes that keep well in your fridge. 

Recipes to try: 

• Radish and White Bean Salad from Taste the Local Difference  

• Garlic Roasted Radishes from the Real Food Dietitians 

Hungry for more ideas?

Poke around our blog and let Double Up be your golden ticket to a cornucopia of seasonal produce all year round.