Here's what nature gives us to help us face the change of season and bring spring to the table
Nature knows a lot and at all change of season it gives us what we need most. We see it well ad April with the typical vegetables of this month which helps strengthen the immune system it's at cleanse the body. Here then are the seasonal vegetables to fill the shopping cart.
Agretti
The agretti they are also known as "Friar's beard". Symbol of spring, they are available on the benches from March until early May. Excellent simply boiled and seasoned with salt, oil and lemon, they are rich in mineral salts and are purifying for the body. Here you will find some curiosities about agretti and here some ideas for cooking them.
Asparagus
They started popping up on the benches in March, but it is between April and May and a little June asparagus explode. They are rich in fiber, vitamins and mineral salts, promote microcirculation and purification of the body because they are kidney draining. They can be steamed, baked or in a pan and their use is very versatile. Here 50 recipes for savoring asparagus in all varieties, white, green and violet.
Artichokes
April is the last month in which we can enjoy the taste of artichokes and their digestive and purifying effects. Do you also know that they contain antioxidants useful to fight cellular aging? Did they always seem difficult to prepare? Here is a tutorial to clean artichokes. And if you need some recipe for cooking artichokes, we give you 60!
Fava beans
April is the right time to buy them fresh broad beans. You know you can eat it too raw? They are a source of iron, vitamin B1, proteins and vegetable fibers that help reduce blood cholesterol levels and prevent diabetes. They also contain folic acid very important for the functions of the nervous system and useful in pregnancy to prevent certain malformations of the fetus. Finally, thanks to the high manganese content, they are a valuable aid in the prevention of arthritis and osteoporosis. Here you find everything you need to know about fava beans and many recipes to cook them!
Rhubarb
Its use is not very widespread and this causes the rhubarb always be a surprise. Its pink color makes the table cheerful and its digestive and laxative properties help our favorite body also in oxygenation and blood circulation. How can you use the rhubarb in the kitchen? For example, to make a jam, a tart, a cake and many other desserts.
Rocket salad
With its unique "spiciness", the rocket salad it is a source of vitamin C, folic acid and mineral salts. It has diuretic properties and is ideal for detoxifying the liver. In addition, arugula is a true friend of bones, has properties capable of stimulating the production of gastric juices, relaxes and reconciles sleep and strengthens the immune system. A prescription? Bream in rocket sauce!
spinach
The spinach they are also protagonists of this month with their load of vitamin A, C, mineral salts, folic acid which contributes to stimulate the production of red blood cells and which is effective in the prevention of tumors and cardiovascular pathologies. They also contain chlorophyll, which regenerates cells by supplying them with oxygen, improving cardiac contraction and revitalizing the vascular system. Here how to cook spinach is 10 recipes to try.
Dandelion
Leaves, flowers, roots: in the kitchen of the dandelion, better known as dandelion, everything is used! Contains vitamin C, iron and potassium, it helps to purify the blood, reactivate the metabolism and regulate the functions of the kidneys and liver, expelling excess cholesterol. It also has digestive, anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties. Here are ours ideas for cooking dandelions!
Other vegetables
Still there are beets, broccoli, cauliflower, radicchio and fennel, carrots, potatoes, radishes are always available.
