What's in Season
Fruit in Season
Bananas (year round)
Kiwi (Nov - May)
Grapefruit (Jan - May)
Pineapple (Mar - June)
Rhubarb (Feb - June)
Strawberries (Apr - July)
Lemons (Apr - July)
Valencia Oranges (Apr - July)
Seafood in Season
Sea Scallops (Apr - May, most prevalent)
Soft-shell Crabs (Apr - May)
Hard-shell clams (year round)
Year Round
Arugula - year round
Garlic - year-round from CA. WA garlic is available from Sept through March
Watercress - Watercress is available year-round from CA and FL
Vegetables in Season
Arugula (best when grown in cooler weather)
Leeks, wild (Mar - June)
Spring Salad Greens (Mar - May)
Asparagus (Mar - May)
Peas (Mar - June)
Green Spring Onion (peak Mar - Aug)
Artichoke (Mar - May)
Fiddleheads (Apr - May)
Dandelions (Apr - May)
New Potatoes (May)
Radishes (May - June)
Kohlrabi (May - June)
Vidalia Onions (May - August)
Spinach (May - December)
Beet Greens
Morels, wild (April - June), culitvated (year round)
Spring Dishes
Some of our favorite spring vegetables include asparagus, snap peas, radishes, leeks, new potatoes, fava beans and spring onions. They’re perfect for adding freshness and texture to quick spring weeknight dinners. Try blanching asparagus to preserve its bright green color and crisp bite, or peel and mash fava beans to create a spring hummus. Pair grilled fish or chicken with roasted spring vegetables and a light vinaigrette for a balanced seasonal meal like a green salad with shrimp and wine vinaigrette.
Light proteins like chicken, salmon, shrimp and tofu pair well with fresh spring produce. Their mild flavors let ingredients like peas, asparagus and lemon shine. Whether grilled, sauted or baked, these proteins taste great with citrusy marinades, fresh herbs and garlic for a bright, seasonal meal.
Sweet to make at least once each season (would have to make mini versions to fit them all in):
Strawberry Shortcake
Rhubarb
Pie or Rhubarb Tart
Lemon Meringue Pie
Coconut Cake or Coconut Cream Pie
Beverages
Breakfast
Cheese-Stuffed French Toast (w/ strawberry sauce)
*Ricotta-Stuffed French Toast (w/ Macerated Strawberries)
Omelette aux Fines Herbes w/ Chive Flowers
Scandinavian Smoked Salmon Omelet w/ Sour Cream
Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Omelette w/ Green Onions
*Smoked Salmon Quiche w/ Crispy Potato Crust
Appetizers
Radishes w/ Herbed Butter & Salt
Spring Soups
Preserves
Strawberry Jam
Vegetables & Sides
*Steamed Asparagus w/ lemon slices
*Asparagus w/Hollandaise Sauce
*Asparagus w/ Sesame & Chive Blossoms
Steamed Greens (spinach, beet greens)
Peas w/ Pearl Onions
Baked Vidalia Onions
Steamed Fiddleheads
Steamed Artichokes w/ lemon butter
Desserts
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Vanilla ice cream w/ strawberries
Angel Food Cake w/ Macerated Strawberries
+Incredible Pineapple Angel Cake
Vanilla ice cream w/ Macerated Strawberries
Seasonal Snacks
Fresh Strawberries Dipped in Sugar
Fresh Pineapple Slices
Fresh Kiwi
Spring Salads
*Winter Greens Salad w/ Oranges & Goat Cheese (use spring greens & strawberries)
Dressings for Spring Greens:
*Brians's Avocado & Red Leaf Lettuce Salad
Cottage Cheese w/ Pineapple on lettuce leaf
Spring Tortellini Salad (asparagus)
Main Courses
Spring Omelettes (herbs, scallions)
*Baked Ham w/ Cloves & Pineapple Rings
Fried Ham Steaks w/ Pineapple Rings
Alphabetical by Springtime Ingredient
Artichokes
Steamed Artichokes w/ lemon butter
Asparagus
*Steamed Asparagus w/ lemon slices
*Asparagus w/Hollandaise Sauce
*Asparagus w/ Sesame & Chive Blossoms
Spring Tortellini Salad (asparagus)
Beets & Beet Greens
Chive Blossoms
Omelette aux Fines Herbes w/ Chive Flowers
*Asparagus w/ Sesame & Chive Blossoms
Coconut
Dandelions
Fiddleheads
Steamed Fiddleheads w/ lemon
Leeks
Lemons
Smoked Salmon
Scandinavian Smoked Salmon Omelet w/ Sour Cream
Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Omelette w/ Green Onions
*Smoked Salmon Quiche w/ Crispy Potato Crust
Spring Greens
Steamed Greens (spinach, beet greens)
Spring Salad Greens
Dressings for Spring Greens:
*Brians's Avocado & Red Leaf Lettuce Salad
Strawberies
Cheese-Stuffed French Toast (w/ strawberry sauce)
*Ricotta-Stuffed French Toast (w/ Macerated Strawberries)
Strawberry Jam
*Winter Greens Salad w/ Oranges & Goat Cheese (use spring greens & strawberries)
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Vanilla ice cream w/ Macerated Strawberries
Angel Food Cake w/ Macerated Strawberries
Swiss Chard
New Potatoes
Onion, Green
Spring Omelettes (herbs, scallions)
Onion, Vidalia
Baked Vidalia Onions
Pineapple
Cottage Cheese w/ Pineapple on lettuce leaf
*Baked Ham w/ Cloves & Pineapple Rings
Fried Ham Steaks w/ Pineapple Rings
*Glazed Pork Roast w/ Pineapple Salsa
*Hawaiian Pork (served over rice)
+Incredible Pineapple Angel Cake
Peas
Peas w/ Pearl Onions
Radishes
Radishes w/ Herbed Butter & Salt
