This guide to November seasonal produce launches us straight into cozy season! Think soups, stews, and all the roasted veg. Below you'll find healthy ideas for chilly nights and Thanksgiving sides, plus tips for sourcing and storing what's fresh now.
Whether you're new to eating seasonally or a seasoned pro, Roots and Radishes is all about helping busy home cooks incorporate more seasonal (and local, when possible) produce into everyday life.
Seasonal eating has so many benefits. It nourishes us, supports local farmers, and helps the planet, all through simple, everyday choices.
And I'm a big believer that you don't have to do it perfectly to make an impact. Start small, stay curious, and let your kitchen reflect what's in season. The easiest way? Know what's growing right now and where to find it affordably.
That's exactly what my seasonal produce guides are for!
This November seasonal produce guide will walk you through November seasonal fruit and vegetables, where to find the freshest picks, and how to turn them into cozy, nourishing meals you'll actually look forward to making.
Jump to:
- What's in Season in November?
- Seasonal Recipes to Make in November
- Easy Apple Pear Crisp Recipe for Cozy Nights
- Almond Butter Apple Crisp
- Apple Pie Yogurt Bowls
- Simple Sautéed Apples
- Cozy Apple Crisp with Oats (Easy Fall Dessert!)
- Easy Cranberry Orange Yogurt Muffins
- Easy Cranberry Relish with Orange & Apple (5 Minutes!)
- Kale Coleslaw With Ramen
- Bright + Crunchy Healthy Vinegar Coleslaw (Meal Prep Friendly!)
- Italian Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad (Vegetarian!)
- Maple Walnut Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- Delicious Savory Crustless Kale Pie with Chickpea Flour
- Kale Salad with Feta and Pomegranate
- Roasted Butternut Squash Made Easy (Cubes or Halves!)
- Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread (No Mixer!)
- Simple Oven-Roasted Delicata Squash
- The Coziest Butternut Squash & Apple Soup for Chilly Nights
- Comforting Pumpkin Pasta with Fresh Sage
- 25-Minute Pumpkin Curry with Chickpeas (Thai-style!)
- Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats (Cozy Fall Breakfast!)
- Fast & Easy Oven Roasted Beets Without Foil
- Veggie Black Bean Tacos with Carrots + Lime
- Incredible Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Carrots with Tahini Sauce
- Easy + Savory-Sweet Honey Roasted Parsnips
- Air Fryer Parsnips
- Comforting Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Easy Recipe!)
- Black Bean Quinoa Salad with Sweet Potatoes & Kale
- Skillet Veggie + Bean Enchiladas with Sweet Potato (One Pan!)
- Easy Pressure Cooker Mashed Potatoes
- One Pan Berbere Chicken with Dill Roasted Potatoes
- Seasonal Eating Challenge!
What's in Season in November?
In November, be sure to stock up on:
- Fruits: apples, pears, cranberries, pomegranates
- Vegetables: winter squash, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, beets, carrots, parsnips, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, onions, leeks, mushrooms celery
- Herbs: Sage, thyme, rosemary, parsley, chives
Shopping Locally
If you can, try to get in at least a couple locally sourced goods this month! Visit a farmers market with a friend, stop in to your local co-op, or see if any fall CSAs are available near you.
Eating locally helps reduce our carbon footprint (by reducing transportation time) and get us the freshest, most nutrient-rich veg and fruits available.
Pro tip: If you're new to seasonal eating, just pick one of these veggies or fruits this week! Chances are you probably already have a recipe you love using it. Or check out the recipe inspiration below for something new!
Seasonal Recipes to Make in November
Apples & Pears
Easy Apple Pear Crisp Recipe for Cozy Nights
This easy apple pear crisp combines tart apples, sweet pears, and a buttery oat crumble for the perfect cozy dessert. Simple to make, and always a hit with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Almond Butter Apple Crisp
A twist on classic apple crisp, this almond butter apple crisp is a healthier, real food dessert recipe with plenty of cinnamon, that'll make your house smell amazing. Almond butter, oats, and spelt flour give that topping some extra texture and heartiness.
Apple Pie Yogurt Bowls
These nourishing apple pie yogurt bowls are perfect for starting your days with a protein-packed, healthy breakfast! With sautéed apples that taste like apple pie filling, these yogurt bowls taste festive and make the most of those fall and winter apples.
Simple Sautéed Apples
These simple sautéed apples taste like apple pie filling and can top anything your heart desires! Spoon warm over your morning oatmeal, pancakes, cakes, ice cream, or French toast. Or, serve chilled on top of yogurt or overnight oats.
Cozy Apple Crisp with Oats (Easy Fall Dessert!)
This cozy apple crisp recipe strikes the balance between wholesome and indulgent, so it's the perfect cozy and sweet addition to your fall or holiday table! The oat topping creates an incredible texture atop saucy, cinnamon-spiked apples. YUM!
Apple Storage Tips: Store apples on a cool counter or shelf for up to two weeks, and place in your fridge crisper for longer term storage. Apples are an ethylene gas emitting fruit, which means they emit a gas that ripens surrounding produce more quickly. To keep other fruits and veggies from going bad too quickly, it's a good idea to store apples separately.
Cranberries
Easy Cranberry Orange Yogurt Muffins
These wholesome cranberry orange muffins are fluffy and bursting with fresh cranberry and bright orange flavor in every bite! Made with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened, they're the perfect brunch or breakfast treat for the holidays or winter weekends.
Easy Cranberry Relish with Orange & Apple (5 Minutes!)
My family favorite cranberry relish recipe made with orange, apple, and fresh cranberries. Ready in 5 minutes for a bright, tangy, no-cook Thanksgiving side that you can make advance!
Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage & Kale
Kale Coleslaw With Ramen
A healthy kale slaw recipe that includes crunchy toasted ramen noodles, slivered almonds, sesame seeds, kale, and green onions. Tossed in a simple sesame soy vinaigrette with a hint of orange.
Bright + Crunchy Healthy Vinegar Coleslaw (Meal Prep Friendly!)
This vinegar-based, simple everyday coleslaw recipe is our absolute favorite! It's all-purpose, so it can be used as a stand-alone side or salad, or as a crunchy topping for tacos, BBQ, or any sandwich/wrap.
Italian Chopped Brussels Sprouts Salad (Vegetarian!)
Fresh, crunchy, and bursting with flavor! This Italian chopped Brussels sprouts salad comes together in 15 minutes with peperoncini, olives, and a zesty brine dressing. Perfect for pizza night, meal prep, or your holiday table.
Maple Walnut Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Maple walnut roasted Brussels sprouts are perfect for cozy fall and winter dinners! Crispy edges, caramelized flavor, and just enough sweetness to steal the Thanksgiving side show.
Delicious Savory Crustless Kale Pie with Chickpea Flour
A savory crustless kale pie recipe made with kale, caramelized onions, chickpea flour, feta and eggs. It's the perfect make-ahead meal for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or any meal of the day. And it's vegetarian!
Kale Salad with Feta and Pomegranate
This kale salad with feta and pomegranate is loaded with superfoods and other flavorful ingredients: sweet pomegranate arils, finely shredded kale, salty feta, red onion, salted maple butter almonds, and a simple homemade vinaigrette. Bring as a dish to pass over the holidays, or start the New Year with something healthy and fresh!
Brussels sprouts & cabbage - Place Brussels sprouts in an open container covered with a damp cloth in the fridge. Cabbage can be left out on a counter for a few days, but for longer term storage, place it in the crisper. Outer leaves might wilt, which is totally normal. Just peel them off!
Winter Squash & Pumpkins
Roasted Butternut Squash Made Easy (Cubes or Halves!)
Roasted butternut squash is a delicious and nourishing fall staple for soups, butternut mash, side dishes, grain bowls, and salads! Learn how to roast butternut squash halves or cubes.
Healthy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread (No Mixer!)
A super moist and wholesome fall treat, this pumpkin chocolate chip bread hits the spot every year! Enjoy as a snack with coffee, make it with your kids as a fun fall activity, or share with guests at holiday gatherings. YUM!
Simple Oven-Roasted Delicata Squash
Roasted delicata squash is a healthy, simple, and elegant side dish that can be easily paired with a main meal or tossed into hearty grain bowls and salads. Perfect for fall and winter seasonal eating!
The Coziest Butternut Squash & Apple Soup for Chilly Nights
This creamy butternut squash and apple soup is cozy, lightly sweet, and full of fall flavor. Perfect for weeknights or as a simple holiday starter, it's made with wholesome, seasonal ingredients and finished with your favorite toppings.
Comforting Pumpkin Pasta with Fresh Sage
This delicious and creamy pumpkin pasta recipe comes together in 25 minutes and is a warm, comforting, and nourishing meal for fall or winter dinners!
25-Minute Pumpkin Curry with Chickpeas (Thai-style!)
This easy Thai pumpkin curry recipe is cozy, creamy, and ready in just 25 minutes. Made with canned pumpkin, chickpeas, kale, and red curry paste, it's the perfect weeknight dinner. Serve it with rice or quinoa for a satisfying meal everyone will love!
Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats (Cozy Fall Breakfast!)
These pumpkin overnight oats are a nourishing fall breakfast that taste like pumpkin pie! Since they can be made ahead, they're great for back-to-school season when mornings get busier.
Root Vegetables (Carrots, Beets, Parsnips)
Fast & Easy Oven Roasted Beets Without Foil
No foil required! Just tender, caramelized roasted beets that cook faster when halved, and peel easily after cooking (no more stained cutting boards!). Perfect for tossing into bowls, salads, or enjoying on their own.
Veggie Black Bean Tacos with Carrots + Lime
Easy black bean tacos baked with carrots on a sheet pan! Done in about 30 minutes for an easy weeknight meal that will satisfy any taco craving.
Incredible Moroccan-Spiced Roasted Carrots with Tahini Sauce
These sweet, savory, flavor-packed Moroccan-spiced roasted carrots might just become your new favorite easy side dish. Roasted until caramelized and tossed with warm Moroccan spices like cinnamon and cumin, they're served drizzled with a simple, delicious tahini sauce. Perfect alongside your favorite protein or added to grain bowls!
Easy + Savory-Sweet Honey Roasted Parsnips
Sweet, caramelized, and perfectly roasted, these honey roasted parsnips are a simple yet flavorful side dish. With caramelized edges and a tender center, they balance earthy sweetness with a touch of honey and a hint of salt. Perfect for cozy dinners, meal prep, or adding to salads and grain bowls!
Air Fryer Parsnips
Air fryer parsnips are the quick and easy side dish you've been looking for! These delicious root veggies are transformed by the air fryer into a slightly sweet roasted veggie with soft insides and lightly crisped outsides. Done in just 20 minutes (prep time included).
Root Veggie Storage Tips: If your root veggies have greens attached, remove those before storing in the crisper drawer of your fridge (helps prevent dehydration). Place the roots in an open container with a damp cloth over the top. Root veggies greens can be stored separately and sautéed with butter, olive oil, salt, and garlic for a simple side.
Potatoes & Sweet Potatoes
Comforting Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Easy Recipe!)
Easy roasted sweet potatoes that come together in 30 minutes using your oven! These are perfect as a simple side dish that the whole family will love, or a sweet and comforting add-in to your favorite salad, bowls, or tacos.
Black Bean Quinoa Salad with Sweet Potatoes & Kale
This black bean quinoa salad tastes delicious in cooler months and uses winter produce - kale, onion, and clementine. Cozy roasted sweet potatoes, punchy pickled red onion, salty feta, and a tangy cumin orange vinaigrette make this salad pop with flavor. Enjoy as a delicious meal prepped lunch or winter potluck dish!
Skillet Veggie + Bean Enchiladas with Sweet Potato (One Pan!)
These veggie and bean skillet enchiladas are a quick, one-pan twist on classic enchiladas-no rolling required! Loaded with pinto and black beans, sweet potatoes, and melty cheese, they're flavorful, satisfying, and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Easy Pressure Cooker Mashed Potatoes
These pressure cooker mashed potatoes are so creamy, delicious, and easy to make! Mashed with whole milk Greek yogurt, you get that sour cream flavor and thick, creamy texture with an extra dose of protein in the mix. Use an Instant Pot or a Ninja Foodi!
One Pan Berbere Chicken with Dill Roasted Potatoes
This one-pan berbere chicken with dill roasted potatoes is bold, cozy, and no-fuss-perfect for an easy dinner with big flavor. Serve with cucumber salad, pickled onions, and feta for fresh and balanced dinner.
Seasonal Eating Challenge!
Ready to start eating seasonally, or max out your CSA or garden produce? Try completing the challenge steps listed below to nourish yourself and the planet.
- Connect! Sign up for my newsletter and follow me on Instagram @rootsnradishes for more seasonal recipe guidance and inspiration.
- Farmers market field trip. Take one trip to a local farmers market or farm stand (better yet, combine it with social time with a friend or family!). A local co-op or grocery store with some local produce is okay too!
- Pick a veggie or fruit. Pick up one or more of the ingredients featured here.
- Make a new recipe. Make one of the recipes in this produce guide!
- Tell me about it! Let's be a community of seasonal eaters! Tag me on Instagram or email me 🙂 I want to hear about what you bought and what you made with it <3
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