How to Eat Seasonally This May

And just like that… it’s already May.

As the school year comes to an end, this month can sometimes feel like a second “holiday season” with events & parties to attend every week, as well as the hustle and bustle of trying to get everything done in time. And on top of that, we have Mother’s Day and Memorial Day this month - I have a feeling it’s going to fly by!

Our family is about to wrap up another year of homeschooling in just 2 short weeks, and we couldn’t be more excited to start our Summer break! We’ll be traveling a little bit over the summer, while also getting out and enjoying our own local adventures here in Oregon. I’ve got plenty to share about staying healthy and keeping your hormones balanced even while traveling and camping, so be sure to stay tuned here to read all of my best tips.

This month we’ll start to see strawberries (rich in vitamin C and antioxidants) and asparagus (high in folate), both of which can help support the adrenals, which just might need a little extra love in this busy pre-summer break season.

Eating seasonally boosts nutrient content, tastes better, is better for the planet and can save us money on our grocery bill.

What’s in Season in May

• asparagus

• artichokes

• avocados

• beets

• leeks

• radishes

• rhubarb

• kale

• carrots

• peas

• kiwis

• strawberries

• mushrooms

Simple May Recipe Ideas:

Kale

• Make a kale salad! Add radishes, chickpeas, lemon zest and peas, and drizzle with your favorite dressing.

• Remove the “ribs” of your kale and thinly slice. Toss with a drizzle of apple cider vinegar and let sit for about 20 minutes. Add alongside eggs at breakfast or throw into your next nourish bowl.

• Sauté with olive or avocado oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve as a side dish.

Kiwi

• Peel and dice, and sprinkle on top of chia seed pudding.

• Enjoy as a snack alongside cheese or a handful of nuts.

• Use as a topping for your next smoothie bowl.

Rhubarb

• Blend with strawberries and pour into popsicle molds for a sweet and seasonal treat!

• Throw a few pieces into your next smoothie to add a little bit of fiber.