What's in Season in June Vegetables

Asparagus: Asparagus is a well-rounded vegetable that contains folic acid, potassium, fiber, thiamin, and vitamins A, B6, and C. Try asparagus roasted as a side or raw in a salad, veggie wrap, or even sushi. → all about asparagus.

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Beets: This bright red vegetable is not only incredibly flavorful but also packed with health benefits. Beets can help lower blood pressure due to their nitrate content and can also inhibit inflammation in the body. Beet's natural coloring substance, betanin, has also been used as a dye in food production for many years, helping make ice cream, desserts, jams, and juices more attractive → all about beets.

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Celery: Due to its low-calorie content, celery has long been a favorite among dieters. Celery also acts as a natural antibacterial and can stimulate digestion and alleviate gas due to its essential oils and bitter substances. Try eating it raw with a dip or peanut butter, add it to a salad for a delicious crunch or use it in a vegetable soup. → all about celery.

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Cucumbers: Cucumbers are packed with vitamins and minerals, and have an extraordinarily high water content which makes them very hydrating. On top of that, cucumbers are low in calories making them a great snack food. You can eat cucumbers raw (however, they can be a little hard to digest this way), steamed, braised or even stuffed. → all about cucumbers.

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Potatoes: Potatoes often get a bad rep for being unhealthy, when in fact they are low in calories and fat while being high in valuable nutrients. When cooked properly, potatoes are actually extremely healthy. They have been shown to help lower blood pressure, are low in fat, and contain iron. Potatoes are also a good source of vegetable protein, which is especially easy for the body to convert. → all about potatoes.

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Spring Onions: The Spring Onion is incredibly flavorful and healthy. They come packed with vitamin C, several B vitamins, and iron. The Spring Onion is perfect for all dishes that are cooked only briefly or not at all. The main uses for spring onions are therefore not only in salads but also in egg dishes, vegetable dishes, dips, sauces, soups, and mushroom dishes. → all about spring onions.

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Watercress: Watercress might have fallen out of fashion in recent years, but this delicious, healthful lettuce is worth a second look. Watercress helps support skin and eye health, soothes colds, is rich in VItamin C, and has a detoxifying effect. It tastes pleasantly hot and piquant, like a radish. → all about watercress.