Seasonal fruit calendar for October in Tenerife.

    

Seasonal fruits in October in Tenerife: what to buy this month

October brings new flavors to the shopping basket. With the arrival of autumn, some summer fruits give way to apples, pears, grapes, avocados, and the first citrus fruits, while in the Canary Islands we continue to enjoy products like bananas and papayas.

If you want to know which fruits are in season in October in Tenerife , here you will find a practical guide to prepare your shopping, discover different ways to use them and fill your basket with fresh fruit.

Availability may vary depending on the harvest, the producer, and the conditions of each season, so the calendar should always be taken as a guide.

What fruits are in season in October in Tenerife?

During October we can find a very varied fruit basket, with products typical of autumn and others that, thanks to the climate of the Canary Islands, are present for a good part of the year.

Among the fruits that are usually found at this time of year are:

• Avocado
• Banana
• Papaya
• Apple
• Pear
• Grape
• Grenade
• Kiwi
• Lemon
• Orange
• Grapefruit

The specific availability of each product may change throughout the month, especially when we're talking about fresh, seasonal fruit.

Avocado: one of the stars of autumn

Avocado takes center stage during the autumn months and is one of those products that allows you to quickly put together simple breakfasts, dinners and lunches.

Its creamy texture works especially well on toast, in salads, in sandwiches, or as an accompaniment to vegetables.

An easy combination to complete the basket is:

avocado + tomato + organic bread + eggs.

Four products that allow you to prepare different meals throughout the week.

Bananas: a staple food in the Canary Islands

Bananas are available practically all year round in the Canary Islands and continue to be one of the most practical fruits to always have at home.

You can eat it on its own, add it to your breakfast, combine it with yogurt, or use the ripest bananas to make smoothies, pancakes, or homemade pastries.

And if some ripen faster than expected, there's no need to waste them: precisely when they are very ripe they can become a great ingredient for cooking.

Papaya: a tropical flavor even in autumn

The climate of the Canary Islands allows us to continue enjoying papaya during the autumn.

Its smooth texture and sweet flavor make it easy to incorporate into breakfasts and snacks. You can enjoy it on its own or combine it with yogurt, granola, and other fruits.

A simple idea for weekly shopping:

papaya + natural or plant-based yogurt + granola.

A combination that also helps to incorporate different categories into the basket.

Apples and pears: two October classics

October is a month closely associated with apples and pears.

Besides being eaten fresh, these fruits are especially versatile in the kitchen. They work well in fruit salads and other salads, but can also be used to prepare compotes, tarts, or baked desserts.

When temperatures drop a little, a warm apple or pear with cinnamon can become a very simple dessert.

Grapes: still present in autumn

Grape season lasts through part of autumn, so October can still be a good time to find them.

Besides eating them on their own, you can add them to salads, combine them with cheeses, or use them on platters and appetizers.

Its sweetness and texture add contrast to very simple savory dishes.

Pomegranate: one of the most characteristic flavors of autumn

The pomegranate begins to gain prominence with the arrival of autumn.

Its grains can be easily incorporated into salads, yogurts, fruit salads, or vegetable dishes.

A single fruit can be used to complete different preparations for several days, making it especially practical for varying the weekly basket.

Citrus fruits are starting to gain ground

October also marks the beginning of a time when citrus fruits become increasingly prevalent.

Lemons, oranges and grapefruits are gaining prominence as autumn progresses.

Lemons are also one of those basic products that are useful to always have at home: for dressings, marinades, drinks, or to add an acidic touch to many recipes.

Autumn fruits in Tenerife and fruits from the rest of Spain

Talking about seasonal fruit in Tenerife does not mean that all available fruit is necessarily of local origin.

At Sanus Market, the origin may vary depending on the product, the harvest, and the supplier.

During October, fruits grown in the Canary Islands can coincide with products from other areas, especially apples, pears, pomegranates, kiwis, grapes and citrus fruits.

Therefore, when origin is important to you, it's best to consult the available information about each product.

How to make the most of October's fruits throughout the week?

A good fruit basket doesn't have to end up with pieces that we simply eat on their own.

With just a few products you can prepare different breakfasts, snacks, desserts and side dishes.

For breakfasts

You can combine:

• banana with yogurt and granola;
• papaya with yogurt;
• apple with oats;
• avocado with bread and tomato;
• pear with yogurt and nuts.

For snacks

Apples, pears, bananas, and grapes are easy to carry and require very little preparation.

You can also prepare cut fruit and keep it in the refrigerator so it's ready when you need it.

For salads

Fruit also works very well in savory dishes.

Try combinations like:

• avocado + tomato;
• pear + green leaves;
• apple + salad;
• pomegranate + vegetables;
• grapes + cheese.

Changing just one ingredient can completely transform an everyday salad.

For simple desserts

Apples and pears can be baked or stewed.

Papaya works very well with yogurt, and pomegranate can be used to finish desserts or fruit salads.

There's no need to prepare complicated recipes to take advantage of seasonal fruit.

How to best preserve October fruit?

Each fruit needs different conditions to be properly preserved.

Avocados

If they are still hard, you can leave them at room temperature until they reach the desired ripeness.

Once they are ripe, keeping them cold can help slow down the process.

Apples and pears

If you are going to consume them soon they can remain out of the refrigerator, but the cold can help prolong their preservation.

It is advisable to check the pieces periodically and consume the ripest ones first.

Bananas

It is usual to keep them at room temperature and away from heat sources.

When they are very ripe, you can use them for smoothies, pancakes or baking recipes.

Grapes

They keep best refrigerated and should be washed just before eating.

Why choose seasonal fruit?

Buying fruit in season helps, above all, to vary your shopping basket throughout the year.

Each season introduces new products, flavors, and possibilities in the kitchen.

It's also a practical way to ask ourselves each week:

What's worth buying now?

Instead of always using the same basket, we can take advantage of what comes in and discover different ways to cook or combine it.

Prepare your fruit basket for October

A simple basket for this month could include:

• bananas;
• papaya;
• avocados;
• apples;
• pears;
• grapes;
• grenade;
• some citrus fruit.

From there you can complete your purchase with vegetables, bread, eggs, yogurts or other products you need during the week.

Because the idea is not to buy a single piece of fruit, but to ensure that the products you take home allow you to prepare different meals.

Buy organic fruit in Tenerife

At Sanus Market you will find a selection of organic fruit to prepare your weekly basket.

As it is a fresh product, availability may change depending on the season, harvest and arrival of merchandise.

Check out the available selection and prepare your basket online or visit us in store.

Preparing your shopping this week? Discover our selection of organic fruit and fill your basket with the products you need for everyday life.