It was a beautiful day here in Chicago, 50 degrees and a lot of clouds. I’m still looking forward to taking warm walks and hanging out with my sons outside. Summer is almost here. No matter the weather, it’s time to celebrate the end of spring with this amazing season. May’s Cooking Recipes!
In addition to vegetable-filled lunches and dinners featuring seasonal produce, we also offer plenty of delicious breakfasts, snacks and snacks to satisfy every craving.
Grilling season? Is that you?
What is the season like in May?
This month’s spring produce looks more colorful and can easily be swapped out for what you have on hand. Hello, this is the fruit of everything!
PS: Did you know that we have a dedicated ingredients page? yes! Click on one of the produce names above to see all recipes, or go to the recipe index to filter for more recipes.
In this round up, you’ll find 31 healthy, seasonal recipes you can cook every day of May. Perfect for meal prepping all month long as well as virtual celebrations!
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If you make this seasonal spring recipe in May, be sure to leave a comment and let me know how you liked it! You can also share photos of your creations on Instagram using the hashtag #ambitiouskitchen. Enjoy Exoxo!
morning
Strawberry Yogurt Scone
Incredible Honey Banana Bran Muffins
Perfectly Crispy Baked Breakfast Potatoes
Good Morning Healthy Maple Blueberry Zucchini Muffin
Spinach, Sun-dried Tomato & Basil Puff Pastry Quiche
Refreshing Pineapple Kale Smoothie
Brown Butter Strawberry Baked Oatmeal
Nutritious Banana Bread Zucchini Breakfast Cookies (Vegan!)
lunch
Absolutely Delicious BLT Pasta Salad with Creamy Jalapeño Cashew Dressing
Avocado Blueberry Quinoa Salad
Spicy Ranch Chopped Chicken Cabbage Salad
Herby Olive Italian Orzo Salad
Summer Strawberry Spinach Salad with Avocado
My Favorite Spicy Chicken Salad
The Easiest Chopped Greek Chickpea Salad
dinner
Grilled Tahini Chicken Caesar Sandwich
Vegan Mango Black Bean Green Rice Burrito Bowl
Sheet Pan Hot Honey Chicken and Vegetables
One Pan Tomato Basil Roasted Orzo
A truly delicious salmon taco bowl for two.
Really delicious sweet potato cheddar barbecue chicken burger
Grilled or Baked Honey Mustard Chicken (with the best honey mustard marinade!)
Smashed Buffalo Chicken Tacos with Herby Ranch Slaw
snacks and treats
Scoopable Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies
Strawberry Crumble Bar
Fresh and healthy 7-layer dip
The best guacamole you’ll ever eat
Coconut Key Lime Pie Energy Bites
Fudgy Almond Butter Blondie
Roasted Strawberry, Basil, and Goat Cheese Crostini
Almond Flour Strawberry Shortcake Cake with Vanilla Bean Cream Cheese Frosting
If you’re cooking one of these seasonal recipes, be sure to leave a comment and let me know how you liked it! Take a photo and share it on Instagram with the hashtag #AmbitiousKitchen or add it to our Facebook group. lol
