This simple snack can be prepared in the classroom for a no-heat cooking activity.
Strawberries
Spinach Strawberry Salad
This simple, kid-friendly salad features sweet local strawberries, baby spinach, and sweet and tangy dressing. Use locally grown spinach leaves, too, if you can!
Mama, is it Summer Yet?
In the last, chilly days of winter, a young boy longs for summer. His mother points out all of the signs of the changing season: buds swelling on trees, ducklings on the pond, seeds sprouting in the garden…. and they celebrate together when summer finally arrives by eating ripe, red, strawberries.
Berry Good Summer Smoothie
Make this smoothie with whatever fresh, local berries you have on hand. A great recipe to make after a trip to a berry patch! For a taste of summer year round, freeze local berries when they are at their peak.
Strawberry Muffins
These vegan muffins do not contain any of the “big 8” food allergens when made with gluten free flour and are perfect for a classroom with multiple allergies. Great with local strawberries, you can substitute any other local berry that is in season.