What's In Season-April
As winter fades and warmer days start to settle in, it’s the perfect time to welcome fresh spring produce. Check out our list below for all that's in season this April!
Hello April!
Whether you’re thawing out from a cold winter or adjusting to the warming temperatures (hello, Houston), I know we’re all ready for spring produce.
Let’s discuss what’s on our table this spring. Spring vegetables like artichokes, asparagus, and fennel are at their best, providing a tasty way to add fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants to your meals. Leafy greens such as spinach, arugula, and Swiss chard are ideal for fresh salads or sautéed as a side. Winter produce like broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and cauliflower are still available through May.
Seasonal fruits like strawberries and citrus provide natural sweetness and increase vitamin C intake. These fresh ingredients make it simple to enjoy wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired meals—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.
I’ve rounded up a handful of fresh spring recipes to bring some new inspiration to your kitchen this spring.
Lets get cooking!
White Bean and 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 packed with nutrients thanks to the antioxidant-rich artichokes and fiber-rich white beans. Enjoy!
Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Muffins
These Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Muffins are the perfect springtime breakfast or snack. Enjoy this recipe for carrot cake muffins made with oats, carrots, fragrant spices, and natural sweeteners.
Chopped Strawberry Farro Salad with Honey Balsamic Vinaigrette
This refreshing summer salad includes strawberries, a whole grain, healthy fats and fresh spring greens for a balancing filling meal or side. To make this salad a bit heartier, add grilled chicken or salmon. We always recommend making your own salad dressing to cut back on unnecessary sugar and sodium found in pre-made dressings and to ensure you are getting in a high-quality fat source, like olive oil.
Sheet Pan Prosciutto Chicken with Potatoes and Asparagus
Asparagus is a great source of fiber, folate and vitamins A, C and K while potatoes provide potassium and fiber. Serve this meal with a simple green salad to get in even more health-benefiting nutrients!
Happy Cooking!
Pam and the Team