Eating for the Season—Spring
- Tracey L. Kelley
- Apr 6
- 2 min read
As stated in the Eating for the Season—Fall post, I'm not a nutritionist, nor do I play one here or in yoga class. But without question, eating more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins matter if you want to fuel your body and mind and feel your best. Search online and you'll find literally hundreds of scientific articles that reinforce this whole foods approach.
This time of year makes eating healthfully so much easier! Stores stock early samples of fresh produce, herbs, and spices that maybe weren't available over the winter. In some locations, farmers' markets have soft openings in preparation for busy summer launches. Many students in our classes are already talking about planting gardens and a new bounty of backyard treats.
If you do a thorough spring cleaning of your home to eliminate the dust and stagnation of winter, do the same with your body, too. The consistent recommendation is that we have 5 servings daily of fruits (2) and vegetables (3)—however, studies indicate only 1 in 10 adults do this.
It can be challenging, no doubt, especially if you're on the go most of the day, have a packed schedule, a busy family, and so on. Many experts recommend finding a little time to prep ahead of time so there's always something healthy to grab or have chopped and ready to go to add to different dishes. Here are some tips that might help, along with a few of my favorite spring recipes!
(Love & Lemons is a terrific site with some well-vetted recipes featuring many whole-foods focused dishes)
(you can always count on Eating Well for interesting and healthy options)
Asparagus and Pea Salad (I just discovered this tasty dish last year and am in love with it! You'll find many variations online)
Buddha Bowl Recipe (A return to the Love & Lemons site for a recipe that reflects the pic above—honestly? You can make a Buddha bowl dozens of ways, especially if everything is chopped in advance and ready to go!)
(Making a healthy soup in advance for an easy lunch or dinner is one of my go-to solutions for a busy schedule)
(This is a tried and true Midwestern staple for sure, and with good reason—and another dish you can always make with your favorites)
Photo by Anna Pelzer on Unsplash
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