Even if the weather is unpredictable (yes, rain in San Francisco in mid-May!), it’s officially spring and summer is approaching. Farmers’ markets are filling up with vibrant produce, and seasonal fruits and vegetables are more exciting than they were a few months ago. To celebrate the abundance, here are favorite recipes perfect for late spring and early summer. Use fresh berries, cherries, green beans, zucchini, kale, and asparagus to make bright, seasonal meals and sides.
Dressings and Condiments
GREEN GODDESS DRESSING & DIP (paleo, gluten-free, nightshade-free)
KALE ARTICHOKE PISTOU (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, AIP)
STRAWBERRY SALSA (paleo, vegan, gluten-free)
LEMON TAHINI DRESSING (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free)
Main Dishes
CHICKEN SHAWARMA – GRILLED OR ROASTED (paleo, gluten-free, low-carb)
CHILE BASIL PORK WITH GREEN BEANS (paleo, gluten-free, soy-free)
SPRING CHICKEN SOUP WITH LEMON AND ASPARAGUS (paleo, gluten-free, grain-free, AIP)
Salads and Sides
SUMMER STRAWBERRY SALAD (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free)
ZOODLES WITH KALE AND LEMON (paleo, vegan, AIP, dairy-free)
SESAME ZUCCHINI NOODLES (paleo, gluten-free, vegan if you omit the fish sauce)
LEMONY ROASTED ASPARAGUS (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free)
SESAME ASPARAGUS SALAD (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, nightshade-free)
ASPARAGUS BISQUE WITH CAYENNE & LIME (paleo, vegan, gluten-free, AIP w/o cayenne)
Baked Goods and Desserts
PALEO BLUEBERRY MUFFINS (paleo, gluten-free)
BLUEBERRY LEMON TART (paleo, gluten-free)
BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE BARS (gluten-free)
STRAWBERRY CHOCOLATE CHIP MUFFINS (paleo, gluten-free)
STRAWBERRY PIE (paleo, gluten-free)
Beverages – Booze
STRAWBERRY MARGARITAS, 2 WAYS
CHERRY BERRY SANGRIA
SPRINGTIME SIPPER
CHERRY BOMB
Beverages – No Booze
RASPBERRY LEMONADE
BLACKBERRY SHRUB
BLACKBERRY MINT ARNOLD PALMER
What’s your favorite thing to find at the market this time of year?
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