Ingredient

Green Garlic

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Flavor: Mild garlic, fresh allium.

Type

herb

Peak Months

Apr

Season Window

Apr → May

Flavor & uses

Mild garlic, fresh allium.

Sweat for soups, pesto, compound butter, grill whole.

Storage

Refrigerate wrapped; use within 3-4 days.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Apr

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Sautéed Green Garlic with Lemon and Herbs

A simple sauté of fresh green garlic, brightened with lemon and herbs, making for a flavorful seasonal dish.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%

Quick-Pickled Green Garlic

A quick-pickled preparation of mild, fresh green garlic, made with just 4 simple ingredients.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 20%Bold flavor: 60%

Sautéed Seasonal Greens with Garlic

A simple, flavorful sauté of fresh, seasonal greens like kale or chard, with garlic as the main non-pantry ingredient.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Green Garlic and Herb Pasta with Lemon and Parmesan

A fresh, seasonal pasta dish highlighting green garlic, herbs, lemon, and Parmesan.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

This quick-sautéed green bean recipe showcases the bright, fresh flavor of seasonal green beans with the addition of garlic.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%

Green Garlic Chimichurri

A bright, herbaceous chimichurri made with green garlic, parsley, and lemon juice, served with grilled meats.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Sautéed Green Beans with Roasted Garlic

Crisp sautéed green beans with aromatic roasted garlic, a simple yet flavorful side dish.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Cooking with Seasonal Green Garlic

A recipe showcasing the versatility of fresh, seasonal green garlic in various cooking methods, including light sautéing to preserve its flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Pasta with Fresh Green Garlic: A Seasonal Pacific Northwest Delight

This recipe features fresh green garlic, a seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient, paired with pasta and other simple yet flavorful ingredients for a delightful spring dish.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Green Garlic Pesto

Easy and flavorful green garlic pesto made with garlic greens, basil, pumpkin seeds, and lemon, perfect for pasta or as a condiment.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 70%

Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

Sautéed green beans with garlic is a classic, quick and easy preparation highlighting the fresh, vibrant flavors of the green beans.

Local produce: 60%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Green Garlic Risotto with Lemon and Herbs

A creamy risotto made with fresh green garlic, lemon, and herbs, showcasing the seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Green Garlic Recipes for Pacific Northwest Menus

A collection of green garlic recipes, a seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient, suitable for higher-end restaurant menus featuring fresh, local produce.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 60%Bold flavor: 80%

Cooking with Green Garlic: A Guide to Buying, Preparing, and Enjoying this Spring Ingredient

This guide covers buying, storing, and using green garlic, a seasonal vegetable that looks like scallions but has a milder, more garlicky flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Spaghetti with Fresh Green Garlic

Simple spaghetti tossed in olive oil and fresh green garlic, with a touch of parsley and red pepper flakes.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 80%