The collection of recipes with seasonal vegetables of May helps you bring fresh, light, and flavorful dishes to the table. May is the month when spring is in full swing, and vegetables like Swiss chard, lettuce, radishes, zucchini, and the last artichokes of the year are perfect for creating simple and genuine dishes, ideal for eating healthily and following the natural rhythm of the seasons.
Kitchen Ideas
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Seasonality: Spring
- Energy 72.00 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 13.47 (g) of which sugars 0.00 (g)
- Proteins 3.33 (g)
- Fat 0.52 (g) of which saturated 0.10 (g)of which unsaturated 0.27 (g)
- Fibers 4.00 (g)
- Sodium 47.00 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 100 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 3.53 oz mix of vegetables (seasonal in May)
Recipes with seasonal vegetables of MAY
FAQ
Which vegetables are in season in May?
In May, you find many fresh and light vegetables, such as Swiss chard, baby artichokes, lettuce, radishes, zucchini and the first cucumbers and tomatoes.
Why is it important to use seasonal vegetables?
Seasonal vegetables are tastier, richer in nutrients, and more sustainable because they don’t require long transports or forced cultivation. Additionally, following nature’s natural rhythm helps vary one’s diet healthily and spontaneously.
How can I tell if a vegetable is really in season?
The simplest way is to observe what the local market offers: if you see an abundance of a vegetable, it’s very likely to be in season. Moreover, seasonal products have a more intense aroma and are more affordably priced.
Are there any quick ideas for cooking May vegetables?
May vegetables are so tender and tasty that simple cooking is enough: a quick grill of zucchini, a salad with crunchy radishes, a frittata with Swiss chard, or pasta with fava beans and pecorino. A few minutes and the dish is ready.
How to best enhance the flavor of seasonal vegetables?
The secret is not to overdo it: light cooking, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, some fresh aromatic herbs, and maybe a splash of lemon are enough to enhance their natural taste.
