The marvelous month of May is in full bloom, and it’s time to celebrate warmer weather, springtime produce, and reconnecting with loved ones. Named after Maia, the Greek goddess of fertility, May reminds us that summer is on its way and with it comes delicious seasonal dishes.
Whether you are celebrating mom for Mother’s Day, defending the galaxy on May 4 for Star Wars Day, or livin’ it up this Cinco de Mayo, these 10 tempting recipes highlight the deliciousness of spring produce while also offering something to eat at your Boba fetes.
Spring Salad with Eatable Flowers
Gifting flowers is sweet, so why not dazzle mom with a spring salad that's chock full of edible flowers? Eatble flowers have a peppery, herbaceous flavor that accents sweet and salty dressings. Some of our favorites are fresh pansies and marigolds dressed with a mellow lemon vinaigrette. This is one salad that's always in bloom.
Grapefruit Lime Paloma
Bye bye, bellini. Adios, mimosa. It's high time to shake up your next springtime brunch with a different type of libation. Make your table sparkle with this easy-to-make grapefruit lime paloma. Citrus is in prime season until June, so don't miss out on this sweet-tart tribute to the refreshing grapefruit.
Slow Cooker Enchiladas with Salsa Verde and Lime Margaritas
Hosting doesn't have to be hard! Reconnect with friends at a Cinco de Mayo fiesta with tempting slow cooker enchiladas, perfectly easy for kitchen newbies. They're topped with tangy salsa verde and fresh green onions that sprout in spring.
Have friends bring the guac and chips, and let the chill vibes flow with homemade lime margaritas. New to mixology? This cocktail kit will make you look like a pro.
Roasted Vegetables with Homemade Yogurt Dips
Vegetarians and omnivores alike will feast their eyes on this colorful appetizer that makes the most out of springtime veggies. Every foodie knows that eating seasonally has its benefits — namely, fresher taste and better quality produce. You can make a vegetable lover out of anyone with our secret recipe. Get close...make sure everyone at home puts on their earmuffs. The secret is...roast your vegetables to bring out their natural sweetness. What a shocking revelation, we know.
Overnight Eggs Benedict Casserole
Love a lazy Sunday but still want amazing brunch food? Linger in your PJs with coffee while this eggs Benedict casserole (prepped the night before) fills your kitchen with brunch aromas as it bakes. Top it off with a no-brainer hollandaise sauce made from a simple-as-can-be mix — just add butter and water, then whisk! That's two secrets. Third one will cost you...
Bagel Board
Invite friends over May 4 for a Star Wars binge-watching brunch. The crew can chew on this bountiful bagel board that you can prep ahead, freeing you up to enjoy the show without interruptions. Fresh dill and eggs just say spring and are the perfect topping for rich and silky lox served with bagels. A classic meal for a classic movie series.
Lemon Parfaits
Don't sweat dessert with these perfect parfaits that can be made up to two days in advance. Pretty enough for a Mother's Day feast or any springtime holiday, with no baking required. For a presentation twist, serve it in four-ounce mason jars that guests can take home and reuse.
One-Pan Salmon with Creamy Spinach Sauce
One of the most versatile spring vegetables around, spinach also happens to be one of the easiest vegetables to prepare. Its tender leaves cook in minutes when added to skillet meals, such as this one-pan salmon dish for two that's simple to make and elegant to serve. You can also swap in equal parts Swiss chard — another spring leafy green — if you have it on hand.
Cara Cara Oranges, Beets, and Fennel Salad
Crisp with a hint of licorice, thinly sliced fennel makes a hearty base for any salad but is especially tasty paired with citrus. Springtime fennel may not be available year round, so grab a bulb if you spot it in the produce aisle. Combining various colors and textures — sweet, tangy, salty, crunchy — on your plate not only makes vegetables more enjoyable but your meals more satisfying.
