Since learning about the importance of using seasonal foods in culinary school in 2010, seasonal cooking is my favorite way to cook. It's a wonderful way to stay inspired, but it's actually so much more flavorful, too! Not to mention, it's a great way to support your local farmers and markets. April is known for rain showers and springtime flowers. In fact, April is the first full month of springtime, making it a great time for growth and renewal. So…what produce is in season in April?! This produce guide for the month of April in the United States will help you to stay inspired while using the freshest ingredients right now!
The weather in April brings warmer weather in the United States, and more rain begins to fall throughout the month, making it a perfect time for newly growing fresh produce. If you’re a home gardener, you will definitely notice crops you planted in February or early March making major growth this time of the year!
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infographic of what's in season in April
Here's a handy infographic to showcase some of the freshest seasonal produce available in April. Save this image for all your grocery trips this month, or pin it for later!
complete list of fruits & veggies in season in April
Here are two comprehensive lists of fruits and veggies that are in season during the month of April! Use these to add delicious fruits and spring vegetables to your grocery list this month!
what fruit is in season in April:
- Blueberries
- Blood Oranges
- Grapefruit
- Guava
- Kiwi
- Kumquats
- Lemons
- Limes
- Passion fruit
- Pineapple
- Pomelo
- Strawberries
- Tangerines
what vegetables are in season in April:
- Artichokes
- Arugula
- Avocados
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cauliflower
- Fennel
- Kale
- Leeks
- Parsnips
- Radishes
- Rhubarb
- Spinach
- Spring Greens
- Spring Onions
- Swiss Chard
- Turnips
April Seasonal Produce Spotlight & Recipes
Here’s a focused list of what produce is in season in April and some links to seasonal recipes for inspiration! The best way to improve healthy eating is to eat seasonally. The bonus? It also means you always have variety! Stick with local produce for the best flavor, if possible!
With chilly weather on the way out, the days start to heat up. Warm, longer days in April mean it's time for tropical fruits, like pineapple!
Pineapple is thought of as being in season year-round because it's usually readily available in the produce section of the grocery store. The best way to tell when in-season produce is truly at peak season is to shop the sales of your local markets. If fresh fruits are on special, such as buy one get one sale, then chances are they're in season! Take advantage of pineapple season, which runs from March through July by making a batch of this pineapple simple syrup!
While you might think rhubarb is a pink variety of celery, don't get confused! Rhubarb is actually much closer related to buckwheat.
Rhubarb is most popularly paired with strawberries here in the United States, but our friends across the pond in the UK love to partner rhubarb with ginger. It has a naturally tart or sour flavor, which is why it complements fruity flavors so well. Rhubarb season is typically short, between the late spring month of March and early summer month of June.
The mild weather of April means spring produce is abundant. Leafy greens like spinach are perfect for enjoying all day long during the spring!
While you may think that the easiest way to enjoy fresh greens like Spinach is in a salad, think again! Spinach is a versatile vegetable with a mild flavor that actually makes wonderful drinks, like smoothies and juices, especially when you combine it with in-season fruits! Try making a green smoothie to enjoy the health benefits of the veggie for breakfast or a mid-morning snack.
While carrots are one of those vegetables that are in stores any time of year, they most certainly have a season of peak freshness!
Carrots are a root vegetable that are widely available year-round in most grocery stores. However, they tend to lack oomph and flavor when they aren't at the peak of freshness. Fresh, in-season carrots pack so much more flavor! A delicious way to get the most flavor from your carrots is to buy them from your local farmer's markets. Rainbow carrots are one of my favorite varieties. Opt for smaller-sized carrots for the best flavor. If you're choosing carrots with the greens still attached, you can even use those greens to cook with or juice with!
Blueberries are ripe for picking in mid-to-late springtime and well into summer! They offer a sweet-tart flavor perfect for snacking.
Blueberries are a popular fruit for pies, tarts, and muffins. Blueberry pancakes are probably the most popular fruity pancake variety, and people love throwing them into fruit salads. But, have you ever tried using blueberries in beverages?! This blueberry syrup is perfect for turning any beverage into a blueberry beverage!
💬 Let me know in the comments what April produce you're looking forward to!
I'm so excited to have Florida blueberries start showing up on the shelves. Are there any other April ingredients you'd like to know more about? Let me know in the comments below, and I'll add to this post!
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