May is such a beautiful month. The colours of the flowers, the lush green trees, and (every now and then) the bright blue sky. I live in the UK – that bright blue sky isn’t around as much as I would like it to be.
Still, as the weather begins to warm we start considering things like picnics, al fresco eating, barbecues. Our food becomes lighter, fresher, cooler.
If you are looking for inspiration for what to eat in May, you’re in the right place. Here, I’ve put together 4 weeks’ worth of meals, 28 in total, to keep you satiated for the whole month. Pick the ones you most like the look of or use it as a plan for the whole month and take the thought out of your food shop!
What to Eat in May – In Season
Here in the U.K., we get lots of delicious in season vegetables in May. Keep an eye on your local greengrocers – you’ll find the price drops there far more than in supermarkets.
These are some of the ingredients that are in season in May:
- Cauliflower
- Rhubarb
- Peas
- Carrots
- Broad beans
- Cucumber
- Asparagus
- Peppers
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
- Spring onions
- Crab
- Spring lamb
Here, I’ve selected some beautiful recipes which are perfect for cooking in May. Simply save the page and use this as your shopping guide for the next 4 weeks!
What to Eat in May – Week 1
This week, we have two incredible chicken recipes, a delicious and impressive mushroom frittata and a full roast beef dinner with Yorkshire puddings!
Mushroom and Goats Cheese Frittata
Quick and easy vegetarian frittata with mushrooms and goats cheese. High protein and just 5 ingredients.
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One Pot Chicken and Spring Vegetable Stew
A light one pot chicken stew with asparagus, peas and butter beans in a creamy broth. A fresh spring chicken dinner ready in 40 minutes.
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Persian Roast Spatchcock Chicken
Roasted spatchcock chicken with potatoes and a spring onion dressing.
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Easy Aloo Gobi With Peas (Potato & Cauliflower Curry)
An easy aloo gobi recipe made with roasted potatoes, cauliflower and sweet peas. This fragrant vegan curry is simple to make and perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Vegan Peanut Butter Curry
A delicious vegan peanut butter curry with chickpeas and cauliflower.
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Thai Fish Curry With Sugar Snap Peas
This 20 minute homemade Thai fish curry is full of ginger, garlic and coriander flavours.
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Roast Beef Dinner with Yorkshire Puddings
Roast beef with Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, honey carrots and red wine gravy
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What to Eat in May – Week 2
This week, we’re enjoying a leftover cottage pie with the beef from last week, and a couple of seriously special seafood dishes (can you believe that salmon and noodle broth takes only 15 minutes to make?)
Leftover Cottage Pie
A delicious beef pie topped with mashed potatoes, made with leftover roast dinner meat and vegetables.
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Three Cornered Leek and Ricotta Pasta
One pot, four ingredient three cornered leek and ricotta pasta with crème fraîche. A creamy, fresh pasta dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes.
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Pan Fried Salmon with Coconut Noodle Broth
Crispy pan fried salmon fillets on top of a fragrant noodle broth
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Poached Sea Bass with Jasmine Rice
Sea bass poached in a broth with flavours of ginger, lemongrass and chilli, with mushrooms and pak Choi, served with jasmine rice.
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Cauliflower Cheese Soup
This cauliflower cheese soup is rich, creamy and comforting without using milk or cream. An easy one pot soup perfect for lunch prep or freezing.
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Spinach and Brie Parcels
Crisp, golden puff pastry parcels stuffed with creamy brie and tender spinach
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Salami and Tomato Pasta
A simple and quick salami and tomato pasta with red pepper paste and cream cheese.
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What to Eat in May – Week 3
This week has a ONE PAN roast chicken and rice dish for Sunday – so easy to make! Plus, a gorgeous vegetable chilli and a comforting miso soup.
Miso Soup with Noodles and Stir-Fried Veg
A delicious, comforting miso broth with noodles and tofu, topped with stir fried mushrooms, courgette, sugar snap peas, pan choi and spring onions.
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Chickpea and Courgette Vegan Chilli Recipe
A veg-packed vegan chilli recipe with chickpeas, courgettes (zucchini) and red peppers that’s ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Spinach, Tomato and Goats Cheese Cannelloni
Cannelloni stuffed with a filling made from spinach, goats cheese and ricotta, topped with a tomato and basil sauce and baked in the oven.
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Smoked Sausage Tray Bake
A delicious and easy smoked sausage tray bake with potatoes, peppers and broccoli topped with a chive yoghurt.
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Easy Classic Turkey Bolognese
A delicious bolognese sauce made with turkey mince, mushrooms, passata and basil. Perfect for making ahead and freezing.
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Avocado, Bacon and Blue Cheese Salad
A delicious salad packed full of flavour with blue cheese, smoked bacon and creamy avocado, topped with a mustard dressing. Perfect for serving alongside roasted meats or as a main course.
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One Pan Roast Madras Chicken and Pilau Rice
Easy one pan roast whole chicken marinated in a madras yoghurt, and pilau rice cooked in the pan – works perfectly every time!
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What to Eat in May – Week 4
You’re going to enjoy this week – there’s chicken, salmon and beef, along with a selection of delicious vegetarian dishes too.
One Pot Chicken, Bacon and Peas
French style creamy chicken, bacon and peas all cooked in one pot. Perfect served on its own, or with bread, pasta, rice or mashed potatoes.
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Salmon and Beetroot Flatbreads
These easy smoked salmon and beetroot flatbreads with soured cream and dill make a fresh, low effort lunch or dinner that feels far fancier than the actual effort involved.
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Creamy Garlic Mushroom Orzo
A quick and creamy garlic mushroom orzo recipe ready in 15 minutes. This easy vegetarian orzo makes a perfect weeknight dinner.
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The Ultimate Vegetarian Halloumi Burger
Smoky fried halloumi in a burger with mint yoghurt and spicy baby pickled cucumbers.
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Tomato, Red Pepper and Coriander Soup with Nachos
A vibrant tomato and red pepper soup that’s bursting with flavour and ready in just 15 minutes. Serve it with golden, cheesy nachos for dipping or piling on top – a quick, easy, and seriously satisfying dinner that feels like a treat.
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Slow Cooked Beef Curry
A delicious slow cooked beef curry, perfect in the slow cooker or oven.
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More from this series;
What to Eat This Month – June
What to Eat This Month – July
What to Eat This Month – August
What to Eat This Month – September
What to Eat This Month – October
What to Eat This Month – November
What to Eat This Month – December
What to Eat This Month – January
What to Eat This Month – February
What to Eat This Month – March
What to Eat This Month – April
