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Cooking in season in April

In April, green beans, mixed greens, onion, cucumber, carrot and spinach are in season in the UK. Below are 9 dinners built on them, and a week of five with the shopping list already added up.

In season in April

Harvested in the UK this month, or from storage after the harvest.

Dinners built on April produce

In the app, a leaf marks a dish when at least a quarter of it, by weight, is in season where you live.

A week of April dinners

Monday to Friday, for two. Swap a dish in Menja and the shopping list moves with it.

  1. MondaySpinach, Fried Egg & Potato Mash
  2. TuesdayWarm Roasted Cauliflower Caesar
  3. WednesdayCarrot, Ginger & Lentil Soup
  4. ThursdaySpicy Feta & Kale Quinoa Bowl
  5. FridayLemon & Herb Chicken with Green Beans

Shopping list for the week

For two people, all five dinners added up.

Fruits & Veggies

  • Carrots2 medium
  • Cauliflower1 head
  • Cherry tomatoes150 g
  • Cucumber1 pc
  • Floury potatoes500 g
  • Fresh ginger1.5 cm
  • Garlic5 cloves
  • Green apple1 pc
  • Green beans200 g
  • Kale80 g
  • Lemon1 pc
  • Onion1 medium
  • Romaine lettuce1 head
  • Spinach250 g

Dairy & Eggs

  • Butter20 g
  • Eggs2 pcs
  • Feta cheese100 g
  • Milk80 ml
  • Parmesan50 g

Grains & Bread

  • Quinoa150 g

Protein

  • Chicken breast300 g
  • Edamame80 g
  • Red lentils80 g

Pantry

  • Almonds30 g
  • Coconut milk100 ml
  • Honey1 tbsp
  • Hummus4 tbsp
  • Vegetable stock400 ml

Herbs & Spices

  • Fresh coriander10 g
  • Fresh thyme & rosemary10 g

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