Spring Herb Salad with Lemon Dressing
A bright salad that showcases early greens and herbs with an easy dressing that pairs with fish or poultry.
Seasonal stories, recipes, and chef notes
Every season brings a fresh palette of flavors and techniques. On the GreenPalate blog we publish practical recipes, sourcing stories, and service insights that help cooks and hosts make informed, delicious choices. Our articles highlight produce in season, include step-by-step preparation notes, and offer alternatives for dietary restrictions. The blog also shares behind-the-scenes perspectives from events and collaborations with local farms, so readers can better understand the ingredients and the people who grow them.
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Editorial approach
Our editorial approach centers on utility and provenance. Each post explains ingredient choices, offers reliable preparation methods, and suggests variations for common dietary needs. We test recipes across portion sizes and clarify timing so readers can confidently adapt dishes for home kitchens or event production. Interviews with growers, producers, and collaborators appear regularly to surface stories that connect table and field. When we write about events, we include planning checklists, staffing notes, and sustainability tips that hosts can apply regardless of event size. The goal is practical, realistic content grounded in seasonality — not trend chasing. Readers will find purposeful information on reducing food waste, maximizing ingredient value across multiple plates, and choosing service styles that align with both hospitality goals and environmental care.
Recent posts
Handpicked posts from our kitchen and partners with practical guidance and seasonal inspiration.
Scaling a Seasonal Menu for 80 Guests
Operational notes and timeline suggestions for a medium-sized event emphasizing seasonal produce and low-waste service.
Producer Spotlight: Five Farms We Trust
Meet growers and learn why seasonality and relationships matter for flavor and reliability.
How to use our recipes
Recipes on GreenPalate are written to be adaptable. Each recipe includes a clear ingredient list, timing cues, and suggested variations for allergies or ingredient substitutions. We include batch adjustments for larger groups and notes on scaling techniques to maintain texture and seasoning. When a recipe references a seasonal ingredient, we provide alternatives and storage tips to help cooks make the dish work with what's available locally. Our step-by-step guidance emphasizes timing so elements can be prepared in parallel, which is especially helpful when preparing multi-course meals or catering for a larger group. For event hosts, we include service and plating notes where relevant to help maintain consistency across multiple plates.
Questions from readers
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We welcome contributor stories from growers, producers, and community partners. If you have a seasonal story, recipe, or event case study, contact our editorial team and include a brief summary of your idea.