As the temperatures increase, so does the amount of local produce available. Being in Hamilton, NY allows us students ample access to fresh, local produce, so let’s use it! The weekly farmers market on the village green resumes in May and supplies the Hamilton community with a wide array of fresh veggies and fruit. Even if you can’t make it to the farmer’s market, the produce in these at Price Chopper will be fresher as they are in season! With that in mind, here are some recipes to utilize the fresh produce!
According to Food & Wine Magazine, apricots, artichokes, asparagus, avocados, carrots, chives, leeks, mangoes, peas, pineapples, rhubarb and spinach are in-season now. Below are a few recipes that call for a few of the listed produce items that are easy to make. Enjoy!
For a quick (less than 10 minutes!) asparagus recipe, try this! Asparagus paired with potatoes is a popular combination. Also try asparagus as a side with seasoned chicken!
http://simplyrecipes.com/recipes/asparagus/
I personally love spinach and avocado salad seasoned with lemon or lime vinaigrette. The salad is super easy and super healthy! It is a perfect lunch for when you’re in a rush!
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/spinach-and-avocado-salad-10000001875316/
A great side dish for any meal is cooked carrots or peas. Check out this honey-glazed carrot and pea recipe!
http://allrecipes.com/recipe/honey-glazed-pea-pods-and-carrots/detail.aspx
For more ideas using in-season produce, check out http://www.foodandwine.com/articles/spring-produce
This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Colgate chapter.