Seattle Seasonal

Ingredient

Garlic Scape

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Flavor: Green garlic, mild heat.

Type

herb

Peak Months

Jun

Season Window

Jun → Jun

Flavor & uses

Green garlic, mild heat.

Pesto, grill, pickle, mince for sauces.

Storage

Keep cold and dry; use within a week.

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Phase: Off

Peak: Jun

Inspiration (13)

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Garlic Scape Hummus and More Garlic Scape Recipe Ideas

Garlic scape hummus made with the edible flower stems of garlic, along with additional recipe ideas for using garlic scapes in soups and other dishes.

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

Garlic Scape Pesto

A bright, garlicky pesto made with seasonal garlic scapes, Parmesan, and toasted almonds.

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

Sautéed Garlic Scapes with Lemon and Herbs

A simple yet flavorful dish highlighting fresh garlic scapes, sautéed with lemon and herbs.

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

Garlic Scape Pesto

A quick, bright pesto using garlic scapes, basil, walnuts, and parmesan cheese.

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

Grilled, Roasted, and Air Fried Garlic Scapes and Garlic Spears

This recipe showcases the versatility of garlic scapes and spears, using a variety of cooking techniques like grilling, roasting, and air frying to highlight their mild, garlicky flavor.

Local produce: 80%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 70%

Garlic Scape Dishes for a Pacific Northwest Fine Dining Menu

Versatile garlic scapes, a seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient, can be used in a variety of creative dishes with bright, bold flavors suitable for a high-end restaurant menu.

Local produce: 100%Complexity: 50%Bold flavor: 80%

Oven-Roasted Garlic Scapes

Oven-roasted garlic scapes, a seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredient, dressed simply in olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%

Garlic Scapes Stir-Fry with Bacon and Soy Sauce

This simple stir-fry showcases fresh garlic scapes, salty bacon, and savory soy sauce.

Local produce: 70%Complexity: 20%Bold flavor: 70%

Garlic Scape Pesto

This easy-to-make pesto uses fresh garlic scapes, olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and lemon for a vibrant, flavorful condiment.

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

Garlic Scape Pesto

A bright, sweet pesto featuring fresh garlic scapes, pine nuts, and olive oil as the main ingredients.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Grilled Garlic Scapes

Tender, charred garlic scapes with a smoky flavor, perfect for a summer BBQ side dish or appetizer.

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

Garlic Scape Pesto

A versatile, freezer-friendly pesto made with fresh garlic scapes, perfect for a Pacific Northwest summer menu.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 40%Bold flavor: 80%

Grilled Garlic Scapes with Sea Salt

Grilled garlic scapes brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with sea salt and charred to perfection.

Local produce: 90%Complexity: 30%Bold flavor: 70%