Inspiring delicious recipes to cook in May. These healthy spring recipes celebrate the first produce of the season, berries, rhubarb, greens, and more. 31 healthy recipes to make every day of the month! 

Among the changing months, May stands confest The sweetest, and in fairest colors dressed.

-James Thomson

Eating in season has always been a core wellness value of mine. I get emotional at farmers' markets and am excited by the change in food throughout the seasons. I started this monthly seasonal recipe series in anticipation of having a front-row view of how food shifts and changes through the season. For the first time in my life, moving from NYC to the country I have a garden, I am a gardener. Novice, in all ways, unsure, floundering, and sure to make many mistakes. But watching the food seasons change in my own backyard is beyond exciting.

After a long Catskills winter, I am finally seeing growth in my garden. Garlic scapes, chives, and rhubarb are my first plant babies to make an appearance. Ramps, the coveted ramp, are available to forage (I need to find some!), and in NYC it is prime ramp season… which means fighting your way through the crowds to spend an arm and a leg on a small bundle.

WHAT'S IN SEASON IN MAY

This month we can look forward to strawberries, blueberries in some areas (although my blueberries are not ripe until July/August), rhubarb, asparagus, sweet spring peas, ramps, and lettuces.

I hope you LOVE these spring-inspired healthy recipes celebrating seasonal local produce!

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HEALTHY SEASONAL RECIPES TO MAKE IN MAY

HEALTHY STRAWBERRY RECIPES

Retro Strawberry Poke Cake (Paleo)

This scrumptious strawberry cake has a frosting of whipped coconut cream. Naturally gluten-free, paleo and with no refined sugars, this retro poke cake is refreshing and cool, served right from the icebox, and will be a smash hit at all your summer rendezvouses.

 

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Strawberry Banana Adaptogen Smoothie

A classic strawberry banana smoothie with the addition of a few functional food delights to make a nutritious and delicious smoothie! The perfect quick and healthy breakfast, creamy, sweet, and totally satisfying.

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Strawberry Banana Bread Muffins

Gluten free, grain free strawberry banana bread muffins made with coconut flour. Free from refined sugar and grains, loaded with healthy fat and fiber. Seriously your new favorite healthy muffin. 

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Easy! Strawberry Chia Seed Jam

You aren't going to believe how easy it is to make this superfood strawberry chia seed jam. Three ingredients, 10 minutes, and you have a super healthy, sweet and luscious homemade jam that is thickened with chia seeds, instead of a boatload of sugar. This is the ultimate quick and easy real food recipe.

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Gluten Free Strawberry Almond Cake with Coconut Whipped Cream

Gluten free strawberry almond cake is a light fluffy cake piled high with vegan whipped coconut cream and sweet fresh strawberries. Yum!

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Strawberry Avocado Salad with Crumbled Blue Cheese

Sweet strawberries, creamy avocado, and addictive blue cheese come together to create the worlds most perfect strawberry avocado summer salad.

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SEASONAL RECIPES USING RAMPS!

What is a Ramp?

Ramps are a wild onion that grows in the early spring in eastern North America. They grow under the shade of deciduous trees in rich soil. Ramps taste like a cross between leeks and garlic. Some bunches are more pungent than others, but you can always guarantee a hearty bite. You eat the entire vegetable, including the leafy green top.

Parmesan Ramp Risotto in the Instant Pot (stovetop instructions included)

Parmesan, Arborio rice, lemon and garlicky ramps come together in this delightful risotto. Made in the instant pot, parmesan ramp risotto is a simple and satisfying weeknight dinner.

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Soft Scrambled Eggs with Wild Ramps and Goat Cheese

Buttery soft scrambled eggs with fresh spring wild ramps and tangy goat cheese. A simple, yet decadent, breakfast. Only four ingredients, 5 minutes from start to finish. 

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SEASONAL RHUBARB RECIPES

Easy Rhubarb Raspberry Compote

Easy to make rhubarb raspberry compote, a sweet-tart treat! Plus rhubarb has a ton of health benefits; a great source of calcium, vitamin K, and vitamin C. Win Win!

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Homemade Creamy Yogurt Popsicles with Rhubarb Raspberry Swirl

Homemade creamy yogurt popsicles with raspberry rhubarb swirl. A healthy snack or quick breakfast and only 84 calories!

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Roasted Rhubarb Flatbread with Ricotta Cheese

Ricotta flatbread with roasted rhubarb, honey, and mint. A few simple real food ingredients, a quick and easy recipe and so yummy! 

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Gluten Free Rhubarb Zucchini Bread

Healthy zucchini bread with tart rhubarb and crunchy walnuts. A perfectly balanced nutty, sweet, moist and fluffy easy breakfast bread. Gluten-free and refined sugar-free. 

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Paleo Cherry Rhubarb Crumble

Easy 7-ingredient paleo cherry rhubarb crumble. Served in individual portions for a quick and delicious summer dessert for two! Oat-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, and vegan optional. 

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SEASONAL ASPARAGUS AND SPRING PEA RECIPES

Roasted Sole and Asparagus

Perfectly roasted lemon thyme sole with crisp-tender asparagus and a creamy lemon dijon sauce. This is a no muss, no fuss, fish dish that you will want to make over and over again. Gluten free, paleo, whole 30

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Insanely Delicious Asparagus Salad

This gorgeous salad is a celebration of spring's bounty. Green asparagus, sweet peas and tender lettuces are tossed in a bright lemony vinaigrette. With jammy eggs and goat cheese, this vibrant dish heralds the arrival of the season.

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Creamy Asparagus Soup

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Spring Pea Pasta with Salmon

A delicious seasonal recipe loaded with good-for-you ingredients. The pesto is made with zippy dill, avocado, and almonds for a real treat that pairs perfectly with tender poached salmon and pasta.

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SPRING INSPIRED AVOCADO RECIPES

Spicy Avocado Mango Salsa

Get ready for some culinary fireworks with this spicy mango and avocado salsa. Fresh and sweet with a kick from jalapeno, this condiment is perfection with grilled meats and tacos.

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Seared Scallop Tacos with Mango Avocado Salsa

Blackened scallops are magic when tucked into warm tortillas and crowned with a peppy mango and avocado salsa. These sublime scallop tacos will be a welcomed addition to taco night.

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Paleo Avocado Key Lime Pie

This Paleo Avocado Key Lime Pie is delicious and simple to make!

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Matcha Avocado Smoothie

A creamy delicious no fruit smoothie. High in protein and good for you fats, low in carbohydrates and sugar. This no-fruit matcha avocado smoothie is my new breakfast BFF!

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Chocolate Avocado Pudding

Rich and creamy chocolate avocado pudding, 4 simple wholesome ingredients and 2 minutes to make! You won't believe how easy and decadent this healthy recipe is, kid-friendly and adult approved.

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HEALTHY BLUEBERRY RECIPES

Gluten-Free Blueberry Banana Bread with Oat Flour

This super-moist, gluten-free banana bread is absolutely bursting with juicy blueberries. Jam packed with goodness from oat flour and avocado oil, a slice of this blueberry banana bread is the perfect way to start your day.

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Gluten Free Sour Cream Blueberry Thyme Scones

The scone that will forever change your mind about scones. Gluten-Free Sour Cream Blueberry Thyme Scones are true perfection!

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Blueberries and Cream Blended Baked Oatmeal

A delicious blended baked oatmeal recipe with a swirl of blueberries and cream has the flavor of hearty oatmeal but eats like a warm spoon muffin because the oats are whizzed in a blender till smooth. Jam packed with wholesome goodness from chia seeds, maple syrup, and yogurt, this swoon worthy breakfast is a perfect treat for one but can be easily doubled for two.

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Berry Quinoa Salad with Lime Honey Dressing

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RECIPES FEATURING SPRING LETTUCE

Greek Crunch Salad

You are going to LOVE this new Greek crunch salad, made with thinly sliced crunchy romaine lettuce, cucumber, fresh dill, scallions, and creamy feta cheese and then topped with a spiced super seed blend. My new favorite salad!

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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Grilled Halloumi Cheese

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with grilled halloumi cheese and a tangy sumac vinaigrette. Great for a quick and healthy lunch packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients!

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Beet and Arugula Jar Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

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Greek Lentil Jar Salad

This healthy wholesome Greek Lentil Jar Salad is perfect for meal prep lunches or a quick dinner, loaded with protein-rich lentils, lots of crunchy veggies, creamy feta cheese, and a tangy dijon vinaigrette.

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Mediterranean Kale and Quinoa Salad

Greek kale and quinoa salad meal prep bowls are addictively delicious! Tender kale, salty feta cheese, crunchy cucumbers everything you need in a salad all packed up and ready to take to work!

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