What I’m Excited to Make in May is a curated collection of seasonal recipes featuring fresh produce like strawberries, avocados, peas, blueberries and more. I’ve also included bold, flavorful dishes to help you celebrate Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day and Memorial Day Weekend.

Hello, May!
Warmer days are on the horizon and I’m thrilled for the season ahead. Here in Colorado, neighbors are prepping gardens and we’re finally building our own raised beds this year. With a little elbow grease I’m hopeful we’ll have a flourishing plot soon.
Choosing what to plant might be the toughest part—any suggestions welcome!
As spring comes to a close, May brings a bounty of fresh ingredients and plenty of reasons to cook. The produce in season this month includes:
- Avocado
- Blueberries
- Kale
- Mushrooms
- Onions
- Peas
- Raspberries
- Strawberries
If you’re searching for recipes featuring a particular ingredient, check the Recipe Index. Select any ingredient and you’ll see all the recipes that use it—an easy way to plan meals around what’s in season.

