Spring is here! As weather warms up, there are various fruits and vegetables that are in-season. The wonderful thing about in-season produce is that they are picked close to ripeness and travel shorter distances, so they stay fresher longer. This also means that they are less expensive than off-season produce. Here is a list of all the wonderful spring produce to stock up on this April.
Asparagus
Broccoli
Spinach
Radish
Kale
Strawberries
Carrots
Mixed greens
Mustard greens
Beets
Peppers
And more!
Remember, the more variety you have in your diet, the better. Eating a variety of foods allows you to receive a wide range of nutrients that your body needs to stay healthy.
Try this recipe that includes in-season produce:
Strawberry Goat Cheese Salad
Ingredients:
1 cup slivered almonds
12 ounces mixed spring greens
16 ounces strawberries, washed, hulled, & sliced
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese
For the Lemon Honey Vinaigrette
½ cup sunflower, safflower, OR extra-virgin olive oil (neutral-flavored)
5 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons honey
¼ teaspoon sea salt, plus additional to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon poppy seeds, optional
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
2. Spread almonds on a sheet pan and bake for 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool.
3. Measure all the ingredients for the vinaigrette. Wisk ingredients together in a medium bowl or blend them in a mini food processor or blender.
4. Combine the mixed greens, sliced strawberries, almonds, and crumbled goat cheese into a large bowl. Just before serving, dress with your desired amount of vinaigrette.
Enjoy
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 635IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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