The Ultimate Fall Produce Guide (with 10 Meal Ideas)
The Fall Season is officially here, which means there’s an exciting new ingredient list to meal prep with and enjoy!
The cooler temperatures, the sound of crisp leaves on the ground, and the food - what’s not to love about Fall?! We all have our favorite fall meals from soups to roasts, to all of the baked goods your mind can dream of. But have you ever been to the grocery store to collect ingredients for the perfect Autumn Dinner, but have been completely lost when it comes to produce?
Here are some of our favorite Fall Veggies & Fruits you’re absolutely going to have to try:
All of these ingredients can be made into a wide variety of hearty & healthy meals, you just have to know how to use them! Here is a list of 10 must-try Healthy Fall Meals:
Cinnamon Apple Chips For those who are serious snackers with a sweet tooth - this has just enough spice and sweetness to be indulgent but still good for you!
Autumn Kale Salad With a simple Kale base and endless options of roasted veggies to sprinkle in - this salad will never get boring! We like to add apples, squash, pecans, cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and sweet potato with a light vinaigrette to top it off!
Butternut Squash Chili Is the perfect meal for a chilly (wink wink) evening! Mix with various textures like lentils, beans, tomatoes, and quinoa for a protein-dense and rich-in-fiber one-pot dinner.
Pumpkin Spaghetti with Garlic Kale It’s not really Autumn without pumpkin, right? This ultra-creamy, slightly sweet, and savory dish is perfect for a dinner party
Pumpkin Oat Cookies aka the world’s easiest, fall-esque treat! Give these to the kiddos for dessert or have one as a pre-workout snack, either way, they won’t last long in your house with how good they taste!
Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie This is a really simple swap to make it a little healthier and a lot more “Autumn”
Mushroom and Wild Rice Soup It’s earthy, creamy, rich, and filling - every spoonful is like a warm hug
Apple Cranberry Chicken Salad Another really simple change to a classic meal! Throw in pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, walnuts, or pecans for an added crunch and additional protein! You can throw these into a wrap, on a sandwich, or by themselves with some crackers - so good.
Pumpkin Gnocchi If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort meal, this is it! Toss it in a sauce and protein of your choosing for a touch of Fall-taste to an everyday meal.
Turnip Curry You’re probably thinking, “Ew Turnip - pass!” But let me tell you, the deep and rich flavors paired with a soft and velvety turnip are absolute perfection!
With this produce list and these meal ideas in hand, you’re ready for the grocery store! Tag us on Instagram @SparksTransform_Nutrition so we can see what delicious meals you make this Fall Season!