What's In Season- April
April ushers in the full bloom of spring, with a colorful mix of early spring vegetables and fruits making their seasonal debut. Here’s a list of what’s in season in April!
Hello spring! Let's talk about what is on our table this spring. Spring vegetables like artichokes, asparagus, and fennel are at their peak, offering a delicious way to add fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants to your meals. Leafy greens such as spinach, arugula, and Swiss chard are perfect for fresh salads or sautéed as a side dish. Winter produce such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, and cauliflower remain until May.
Seasonal fruits like strawberries and citrus add natural sweetness and boost vitamin C. These fresh ingredients make it easy to enjoy simple, nourishing meals inspired by the Mediterranean way of eating—whether it’s a refreshing salad, a vegetable-packed grain bowl, or a roasted spring vegetable dish drizzled with olive oil.
Remember: Choosing seasonal produce is a great way to enjoy fruits and vegetables at their peak flavor while also making the most of your grocery budget.
Air Fryer Artichoke Hearts Salad
This air fryer artichoke hearts salad went viral on TikTok, and for good reason – it’s easy, delicious, and a great make-ahead meal! We lightened up this recipe a bit, but promise it’s just as delicious as the real deal! The combination of cold crunchy greens and the warm, crispy artichoke hearts makes this recipe stand out.
White Bean & Artichoke Dip with Crudite
Need a simple, crowd-pleasing appetizer? Try this White Bean and Artichoke Dip with Crudite. This dip is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, thanks to the antioxidant-rich artichokes and fiber-rich white beans.
Strawberry Oat Muffins
These strawberry oat muffins are easy to make and are a simple low added sugar option for breakfast or a snack. Strawberries are a great source of Vitamin C, manganese, folate, and potassium. Berries contain high levels of antioxidants such as anthocyanins and ellagitannins. You can use strawberries, blueberries, or any other one of your favorite berries for this recipe!
Strawberry Spinach Salad Bento Box
Who says lunch has to be complicated? Not us! We love using bento boxes to create quick and healthy lunches that are perfect for on-the-go. This Strawberry Spinach Salad Bento is no exception. The leafy greens are full of fiber and antioxidants, while the hard-boiled eggs provide protein and immune-boosting vitamin D.
Simple Shrimp & Asparagus Pasta
This is one of my favorite spring dishes! Asparagus is a great source of fiber, folate, and vitamins A, C, and K. Shrimp is a great source of protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
Farro Salad with Roasted Beets and Goat Cheese
Beets are an incredibly nutritious root vegetable. They contain nutrients, including folate, manganese, potassium, and magnesium. They also contain nitrates, which may help lower blood pressure and promote heart health. We recommend buying pre-roasted beets to cut back on prep time. Trader Joe’s makes an excellent pack of pre-roasted beets.
Farro is a whole grain that adds a nutty flavor and fiber to this recipe. Whole grains can help slow digestion, helping to keep you full longer and potentially contributing to weight loss.
Golden Beet and Roasted Strawberry Salad
Golden beets are a great source of iron, potassium, folic acid, and fiber Strawberries make for a sweet source of powerful antioxidants as well as fiber.
Happy Cooking!
Pam and the Team