Spring Vegetable Roundup

March 25, 2023

The days are growing longer and the weather is getting warmer, which means we are craving fresh spring flavors! Whether you go to the grocery store, farmers market, or grow veggies in your own garden, we’ve got your guide to all of our springtime favorites. Read on to learn about which veggies are our favorites to cook with this time of year, and why.

Rainbow Swiss Chard

  • Swiss chard is rich in many antioxidants including beta-carotene and flavonoids, which may help prevent certain conditions.

  • Swiss chard is high in fiber, which is an important nutrient that can help maintain weight, lower your risk of certain cancers and promote heart health.

  • It is an excellent source of vitamin K, which is essential for blood clotting and skeletal health.

  • Swiss chard may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol.

  • It is high in fiber and antioxidants, which may improve blood sugar control and lower risk of diabetes.

  • Swiss chard is high in fiber and low in calories, so it may help with weight loss.

Source: Healthline

Artichokes

  • It’s loaded with nutrients, as you can see above!

  • Artichoke extract may lower bad cholesterol & increase good cholesterol.

  • If you have high blood pressure, eating artichokes can help lower it.

  • Regular consumption of artichoke extract may help protect your liver from damage

  • It may improve your digestion & boost friendly gut bacteria.

  • It may ease symptoms of IBS.

  • It can help lower your blood sugar.

  • Artichokes may fight the growth of cancer cells.

  • Fun fact: Artichokes are an aphrodisiac!

Source: Healthline

Interested in learning about growing artichokes? Check out this article!

Asparagus

  • Asparagus is a great source of antioxidants, including vitamins C and E, flavonoids and polyphenols.

  • Asparagus is rich in fiber, which promotes regularity and digestive health and may also help reduce your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.

  • Asparagus is high in folate, or vitamin B9, which is an important nutrient that helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects during pregnancy.

  • It contains potassium, which can help lower high blood pressure. In addition, research has found that asparagus may contain an active compound that dilates blood vessels, thus lowering blood pressure.

  • It’s low in calories, high in water, and rich in fiber, which helps promote weight loss!

  • Asparagus is super versatile & easy to prepare, making it easy to incorporate into everyday recipes!

Source: Healthline

Arugula

  • Arugula is not only delicious, but it packs tons of nutritional benefits as well. It is loaded with several different vital nutrients, such as Calcium, Potassium, Folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin K & Vitamin A.

  • One study cites arugula as being particularly high in cancer-fighting agents.

  • Arugula is high in fiber and phytochemicals, and is low in sugar, calories, carbohydrates, and fat, making it an ideal food for weight-loss.

  • Unlike many subtler-tasting salad greens, arugula’s highly distinctive and peppery crunch adds flair to salads and other cold dishes. Similarly to parsley, it can be chewed to help combat sour breath!

  • Arugula’s flowers, seeds, and leaves are all edible.

Source: Healthline

 
 

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