The sweetest harbingers of warm weather, strawberries peak in late May to early June in most areas of North America. At this time of year, roadside farm stands, pick-your-own farms, farmers markets and local groceries abound with these bright red berries.
Tart, juicy, fragrant, pretty and oh so sweet, strawberries brighten up desserts, drinks and even savory dishes.
How do you pick the best strawberries? According to expert local eaters at Edible Ojai & Ventura County, “you should look for a vibrant red fruit with yellow-colored seeds that smells sweet. Strawberries don’t really ripen after being picked so use them right away or refrigerate them.”
Did some impulse shopping at the farmers market? We agree, it’s hard to resist the bounty. Just try all 10 of the recipes below to satisfy your every strawberry craving!
Strawberry Rose Sangria
This lighter, fresher, pinker take on sangria is allows the floral edge of the rosé can meld with the aroma of the strawberries in an intoxicating pink explosion.
Strawberry & Goat Cheese Popovers
Crispy on the outside, airy on the inside with a surprise—a strawberry-and-goat-cheese center.
Recipe from Edible Dallas Fort Worth
Campfire Strawberry Tart
An ode to s’mores, this tart combines meringue marshmallow crème and jammy, roasted strawberries.
Recipe from Edible Monterey Bay
Strawberry Bruschetta with Ricotta and Arugula
For a unique flavor, seek out cold smoked ricotta. The smoke mixes magically with the fresh fruit and peppery greens.
Recipe from Edible Maine
Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
This recipe uses vegan cream cheese, which swirls throughout the ice cream, along with graham cracker crumbs and strawberries that have been gently simmered to intensify their natural sweetness.
Recipe from Edible Rhody
Strawberry Caprese Salad
This seasonal twist on the classic Italian tomato and basil appetizer swaps one red fruit for another.
Recipe from Edible San Francisco
Citrus and Strawberry Pavlova
The flavor explosion from the berries, mint, zest, sugar, tangerines and kumquats on top can’t be beat!
Recipe from Edible Northeast Florida
Spicy Spring Smash
Muddle ginger, berries and sugar, then combine with your favorite chile-infused spirit.
Recipe from Edible Rio Grande Valley
Roasted Salmon Filets with Fresh Strawberry Salsa
Juicy spring strawberries and buttery avocado, perked up with hint of lime, make a standout spring salsa for this quick-fix salmon.
Recipe from Edible Charleston
Strawberry Hand Pies
No forks required for these hand-held pies! This recipe uses strawberries, but you can trade them for whatever berry is fresh throughout the summer.
Recipe from Edible Nashville
