Season Almanac

Vegetable in July

Is eggplant in season in July?

YesIn season until the end of October.

July is the first month of a 4-month season, so the first eggplant of the year is arriving. The peak comes in August and September.

Eggplant is in season July through October in the United States, and at its best in August and September.

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  7. JulIn
  8. AugBest
  9. SepBest
  10. OctIn
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Buying eggplant in July

How to pick
Glossy, taut skin and a green cap. It should feel light for its size and spring back when pressed.
How to store
On the counter for a day or two, or in the fridge crisper for up to 5 days.
Try this
Roast whole until collapsed, then mash with garlic and lemon.

Goes well with, in season in July

Also at their best in July

Eggplant in other months

Everything about eggplant, including nutrition. Everything in season in July.

Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.