SALAD DAYS ARE HERE: SUMMER IS SALAD SEASON

October 14th, 2025

Our favorite time of the year! Hello Christmas, beach days, festive celebrations, friends, family, sunrise and sunset walks, BBQs — all calling for SALADS!

What better way to enjoy something fresh, cool, crisp, colorful, packed with flavour, and full of nutrients? Salads are the MVP during scorching summer months.

Whether you're heading to a BBQ, having a picnic at the park, or just trying not to melt at home, salads are your best friend. And with so much delicious produce in season, you’ve got plenty to work with!

What’s In Season During Summer in Australia?

Australian summer runs from December to February, bringing a bumper crop of juicy, fresh produce perfect for salads.

Fruits (for sweet & savoury combos)

  • Mangoes – sweet, juicy, iconic.

  • Stone fruits – peaches, nectarines, plums.

  • Cherries – festive and fun.

  • Watermelon – the ultimate refreshment.

  • Pineapple – tropical and tangy.

  • Avocado – creamy and nutrient-rich (yes, it’s a fruit!).

Veggies (crunchy, colorful, and cool)

  • Tomatoes – bursting with flavour, especially heirloom varieties.

  • Cucumbers – hydrating and crisp.

  • Capsicum – vibrant and sweet.

  • Corn – delicious grilled.

  • Zucchini – great raw, spiralised, or lightly grilled.

  • Leafy greens – fresh rocket, cos, spinach.

Fun Salad Ideas to Try This Summer

  1. Mango & Avocado Salad
    With lime juice, red onion, coriander, and chili for a tropical twist. Perfect with grilled prawns!

  2. Watermelon, Feta & Mint Salad
    Sweet, salty, and refreshing — a must-try for BBQs.

  3. Charred Corn & Zucchini Salad
    Toss with lime dressing, black beans, and coriander for a Mexican-style flavour.

  4. Tomato & Nectarine Caprese
    A summery spin on the Italian classic — swap in nectarines for a sweet kick.

Pro Tips for Next-Level Summer Salads

  • Add crunch: Toasted nuts, seeds, or crispy chickpeas.

  • Dress it up: Homemade dressings with citrus, herbs, and olive oil.

  • Mix textures: Combine soft (avocado, cheese), crisp (lettuce, cucumber), grains (buckwheat, quinoa, wild rice), and dried fruit.

  • Serve chilled: Chill your salad ingredients and plates for ultimate refreshment.

Summer Tomato, Herbed Feta & Wild Rice Salad

Ingredients

  • 100g soft feta

  • 80g natural yoghurt

  • ¼ cup fresh herbs (basil, mint, dill – chopped finely)

  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 2 tsp lemon juice

  • 600g large heirloom or ripe tomatoes (sliced)

  • 350g cherry tomatoes (halved)

  • ½ cup cooked wild rice

  • 100g pickled onions

Method

  1. Mix feta, yoghurt, and herbs until smooth.

  2. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

  3. Arrange sliced tomatoes on a platter, top with cherry tomatoes and wild rice.

  4. Add dollops of herbed feta mixture and scatter pickled onions.

  5. Garnish with extra herbs, drizzle with dressing, season to taste — voila!

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