Recipes: Springtime Produce

Hello springtime! Take advantage of seasonal spring produce in these quick, easy, kid-friendly recipes! Start shopping farmers markets and grocery stores for artichokes, asparagus, broccoli, fiddlehead ferns, strawberries, peas, radishes, rhubarb, scallions, morels, and green beans this week.

Baked Asparagus Spears
Enjoy these crunchy asparagus spears for a snack, side dish, or party platter. Kids will love dipping them into traditional condiments like ketchup and mustard while adults love the health benefits of green vegetables. (Via tablespoon.com)
Springtime Crockpot Minestrone
For a satisfying, vegetarian weeknight meal, try this minestrone. Highlight the flavors of spring, as spinach, peas, and asparagus star in this recipe. (Via howsweeteats.com)
Strawberry-Basil Lemonade
For a sophisticated and refreshing spring drink, kids of all ages will love this recipe for strawberry-basil lemonade. (Via chow.com)
Basic Steamed Artichokes
Demystify artichokes with this basic steamed recipe. Kids will love the messy peeling and dipping process of eating this green, springtime vegetable. (Via chow.com)
Spring Salad with Fresh Mozzarella
This salad, perfect as a weeknight starter or side dish, incorporates raw spring vegetables and the tangy, rich taste of mozzarella cheese that kids love. (Via marthastewart.com)
Pesto Snap Peas
Use a jar of store-bought pesto for a snack or weeknight side dish that can be ready in a snap. Cooking time is under five minutes, and even the pickiest eaters will love the sweet, crunchy taste of fresh springtime snap peas. (Via marthastewart.com)
Strawberry-Pistachio Tart
This strawberry-pistachio tart uses frozen puff pastry, chopped pecans, and fresh strawberries to create a real treat for the eyes and the taste buds. It is easier and quicker to make than it looks! Make this recipe to please a crowd. (via marthastewart.com)
Springtime Frittata
Treat your family to a few servings of vegetables for breakfast with this springtime frittata from The English Kitchen. Hint: Make this early Saturday morning and you will have health-supportive, nutrient-dense leftovers all day. (Via theenglishkitchen.blogspot.com)
Guinness Lamb Stew
Keep the St. Patty's spirit alive all season long with this traditional Irish recipe. The step-by-step instructions make preparation easy and quick for this family friendly lamb stew. (Via huffingtonpost.com)

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