What to Eat in May: Spring Seasonal Food Guide

Let's start by saying: eating seasonally protects both our own health and the health of nature. Today, thanks to greenhouses, we can find almost every vegetable and fruit year-round. But how right is that, really? When we have the option of eating natural, healthy, freshly picked produce at the peak of its season, why should we settle for imported products or artificially grown fruits and vegetables?

Which Vegetables Should You Eat in May?

May is the most beautiful herald of summer. Right before we transition into summer vegetables, let's take a look at which vegetables we can enjoy freshly picked in this last month of spring;

Fava Beans
Artichoke
Swiss Chard
Peas
Radika (Wild Chicory / Stinging Nettle)
Green Onion
Asparagus
Curly Lettuce
Parsley

Which Fruits Should You Eat in May?

May marks the end of spring and the beginning of summer… Fruits are coming from the branch to the market stalls, ready to welcome the summer season. Here are the most delicious fruits that herald the summer;

Unripe Almond (Çağla)
Green Plum
Lemon
Strawberry
Banana

Which Seafood Should You Eat in May?

May is a particularly rich month when it comes to both fish and other seafood. We almost forgot! Since we're talking about May and fish, how could we not leave you with a wonderful recipe? Although you can find it practically any time of year, May is when it's at its most delicious. Our Baked Sea Bass recipe is both healthy and incredibly tasty.

Fresh seasonal seafood available in May

Now let's discover together which fresh seafood we can enjoy this month;