This week I want to talk about the seasons and what we can source locally. I absolutely love to buy and eat seasonal products, it supports our farming community and tastes great!
My favourite seasonal foods
Asparagus – It comes into season at the start of Summer. Asparagus is high in Vitamins A, C, E and K. It is great for pregnant women and is low calorie, it is great for your gut health. TOP TIP – I love to have it at a barbecue, wrap it in parma ham!
Crab – Fresh crab is really lovely, is high in protein and contains a lot of phosphorous, omega 3. It is a great anti-inflammatory, which will help when you are stressed, especially at the moment with the current pandemic. TOP TIP – Cook down the brown meat and add crème fraiche, spring onions and crab. Delicious with pasta but very fishy!
Jersey Royal Potatoes – I recently found out that they are handpicked which is why they are more expensive BUT it is so worth it! If you are making wedges or potato skins, leave the skins on as the skin is full of fibre which is great for your gut health and will help with your immune system. TOP TIP – Parboil them, add herbs and roast in the oven. They make great croutons!
Green Leaves – There are so many great leafy vegetables and they are full of nutrients and vitamins. Examples of this are watercress, cress, salads. TOP TIP – Buy cress seeds and grow your own, get the kids involved too!
Radishes – These are very underrated but are great and they are a good addition to a salad or coleslaw. Radishes are high in potassium, calcium and zinc. If you have issues with your gallbladder or thyroids then please be careful. TOP TIP – I like to dip them in houmous, makes a great snack!
Lamb – This is the least farmed meat that we consume. It is generally free range which can make it more expensive. TOP TIP – It is lovely when slow cooked!
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I hope that you have enjoyed today’s episode, if you use any of my favourites in your dishes then please let me know!