All May recipes

Here you’ll find all the perfect recipes for May, lovingly crafted by the site’s foodies!

May is a month of culinary abundance, when nature offers up its first treasures of spring. The markets are filled with fresh, colorful vegetables like asparagus, artichokes, peas, spinach, and radishes—perfect for crisp salads, light soups, or slow-cooked dishes. Fresh herbs like basil, chives, or parsley add a breath of freshness to every dish.

May’s fruits, such as strawberries, cherries, and rhubarb, make their appearance and inspire light, fruity desserts: tarts, compotes, or simply fresh fruit. It’s also the season for mixed salads, vegetable skewers, and outdoor barbecues, where meals become convivial and sun-drenched.

May is the month when we celebrate light, springtime flavors, taking advantage of the first rays of sunshine to cook healthy, fresh, and colorful dishes.

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Lemon verbena sorbet

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Here is my recipe for lemon verbena sorbet, which I adapted from a recipe by (thank you, oh great chef 🙏). Lemon Verbena If you’re lucky enough to have a lemon verbena plant, don’t just save it for ...

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Cinderella Mocktail

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Here is my recipe for a mocktail (non-alcoholic cocktail) called the Cinderella. Colorful, fruity, and refreshing, the Cinderella mocktail is an alcohol-free drink that’s as elegant as it is ...

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Spicy Virgin Paloma Mocktail

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Welcome to my recipe for the "mocktail" Spicy Virgin Paloma. The Spicy Virgin Paloma is a spicy, alcohol-free version of the famous Mexican Paloma cocktail, traditionally made with tequila, ...

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Ricotta and Spinach Lasagna

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Here is my all-time favorite recipe for ricotta and spinach lasagna, taken from the excellent book . In this book, you’ll discover true gems of traditional vegetarian cuisine from many ...

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Verrines of Strawberries Roasted with Sumac

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I drew inspiration for this recipe for roasted strawberries with sumac and strained yogurt from Chef Ottolenghi’s recipe in his beautiful book , which is full of culinary gems, blending his knowledge ...

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Green asparagus, Nordic beet carpaccio

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I created this recipe for green asparagus and their "Nordic carpaccio" for a dinner party with friends. Everyone loved it, so I decided to post it on my favorite website 😊This appetizer is ...

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Marbled eggs on a bed of arugula, with a Parmesan crisp

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Here is my recipe for tea-marbled eggs, served on a bed of arugula and topped with a crispy Parmesan tuile. I learned how to make this gourmet-style salad during a cooking class, and I’ve made it ...

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Chocolate and Raspberry Cake

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Here is my recipe for chocolate and raspberry cake. This dessert is as delicious as it is easy to make.If you’re looking for a change from the usual chocolate fondant, here’s an equally indulgent ...

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My Authentic Chili con Carne

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Since returning from my trip to Mexico, I’ve gotten into the habit of cooking the dishes I loved there myself. I especially enjoy this authentic chili con carne recipe—a hearty and delicious dish, ...

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Mini puff pastries with goat cheese and spinach

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I recently made these little goat cheese and spinach pastries for a dinner party with friends. I was so proud of myself when my guests were blown away by this beautiful and delicious appetizer! Yet, ...

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