May is a peak month for asparagus, a delicious and versatile vegetable that’s rich in vitamin D, vitamin C, iron, and dietary fiber. It’s also the beginning of those berries bursting with vitamin C – strawberries! Don’t miss out on these mouth-watering ways to work these 2 and 3-star nutritional superstars into your family’s diet.
Strawberry-Spinach Salad with Champagne Dressing
You don’t need to drop a Ben Franklin to get the crisp, summery elegance of a champagne and strawberries. Whip up this salad for a little easy and healthy romance. (3 stars)
Roasted Asparagus
Sometimes simple just hits the spot. Use this classic method to enjoy your asparagus with no frills or furbelows. (3 stars)
Grilled Veggie Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
Burn the cobwebs off your grill and shake away the last of your winter blues with this savory salad. A perfect mate to a nice lean cut of meat. (3 stars)
Strawberry Mint Spritzer
Forget the soda – whip up a batch of this tasty drink for a refreshment as you finish cleaning off the patio furniture and mowing the lawn. (3 stars)
Potato Pan Pizza
Unique, easy, and delicious. Throw this 3-star pizza together and wait for your kids to beg for more vegetables. (3 stars)
Salmon Macaroni Salad
Perfect for your Memorial Day barbecue. Wow your friends and family with a vegetable-packed macaroni salad that will not be left languishing in the fridge after the holiday. (2 stars)
Farmer’s Market Vegetable, Beef, and Brown Rice Salad
Need a cozy dish for a rainy day? Try this warm rice and vegetable salad, topped with top round steak marinated to perfection. (2 stars)