I’m notoriously averse to rules, but I do have three Mediterranean Diet principles: Eat with the seasons, use mostly whole foods, and above all else, share. To me, seasonality comes first—whether it’s these spring recipes, summer favorites, or winter soups and stews. It is such an essential part of living the Mediterranean way, and honestly a non-negotiable in Egypt where I grew up. When you patiently wait for spring fruits and vegetables to reach their peak, you’re rewarded with the sweetest and most tender asparagus, perfect for making the creamiest Asparagus Risotto. Strawberries are firm yet beautifully ripe and juicy, just begging to become a crowd-pleasing Fruit Salad on a sunny Sunday barbeque. You don’t have to fret or fuss: you can keep things simple and let their natural vibrancy do all the talking. So, to help you take full advantage of the season’s bounty, I’ve rounded up a list of my most popular recipes where spring’s vegetables and fruits shine. Don’t let these fleeting, precious months pass without taking advantage!
What Are Spring Vegetables?
Exactly what peaks in which month will depend on where you live, but quintessential springtime vegetables are:
Asparagus Peas (including snap peas, snow peas, and garden peas) Artichokes Radishes Greens: Spinach, arugula, dandelion greens, watercress Carrots (late spring/early fall) Spring onions (scallions) Fava beans Ramps Rhubarb Leeks
What Are Spring Fruits?
Same deal with spring fruits: it depends on where you live, and what’s at your local farmer’s market is the best way to find out. But these all scream spring in most areas:
Apricots Cherries Strawberries Mango Blueberries Late-season citrus: Grapefruit, lemons, limes
Spring Salad Recipes
Now that the cold winter months are over, I find myself craving fresh salads jam-packed with ripe, juicy fruits and vegetables! Fresh seasonal fruits lend themselves well to greens like spinach and arugula, along with spring vegetable salads with savory flavor-makers like feta cheese and Dijon dressing.
Spring Soups and Sides
There’s no better way to start your meal than with a produce-packed soup or side. Peas and asparagus blend into absolutely beautiful, vibrant green soups elegant enough for a special occasion. While spring vegetables like leeks are tasty enough to serve whole. Here are some of my favorite soups and sides made with spring vegetables:
Easy Spring Dinner Ideas
Whether you’re looking for a healthy 30-minute dinner, a one-pan wonder, or a flatbread pizza recipe, I’ve got a spring dinner recipe for you! Asparagus, artichokes, spinach, and peas fit right into savory Mediterranean dinner recipes, sometimes as the star of the show, like in this Asparagus Risotto, and sometimes as the flavor-maker, like in this Stuffed Salmon with Spinach. Here is a list of easy spring dinner ideas: Browse all Mediterranean recipes.
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