Kroger's Springtime Guide: Enjoy Seasonal Freshness with Healthy Recipes
Kroger's Springtime Guide: Enjoy Seasonal Freshness with Healthy Recipes
As spring unfolds, The Kroger Co. is dedicated to helping customers make healthier choices through its latest initiative celebrating National Nutrition Month. With the arrival of fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables, Kroger's campaign encourages families to explore the joy of cooking with simple yet delicious recipes that incorporate the vibrant flavors of spring produce.
Spring This Way!
Kroger's group vice president of Fresh Merchandising, Carlo Baldan, highlighted the endless possibilities families have when incorporating seasonal ingredients into their meals. "Preparing dishes with fresh, in-season produce presents limitless, simple options for families to enjoy together as spring and summer approaches," Baldan stated. He emphasized Kroger’s commitment to offering guaranteed quality and value while ensuring customers have access to fresh produce that lasts longer.
A Symphony of Fresh Produce
During this season, Kroger invites their customers to indulge in a colorful array of fruits and vegetables. Here’s a glimpse of what’s in season:
- - Fruits: Strawberries, Apples, Pineapple, Kiwi, and Bananas
- - Vegetables: Asparagus, Celery, Peas, Avocados, Broccoli, Carrots, Garlic, Herbs, Onions, Radishes, Turnips, Mushrooms, and Rhubarb
- - Greens: Lettuce, Kale, Spinach, Collard Greens, Cabbage, and Swiss Chard
- - Citrus: Lemons and Limes
Delicious Recipes to Try
To inspire customers to make the most of their seasonal shopping, Kroger’s The Fresh Lane blog features delightful recipes. Here are a few highlighted dishes:
Grilled Steak Strawberry Salad
This salad showcases the delightful marriage of juicy strawberries with fresh lettuce. Not only does this dish celebrate spring, but it also packs heart-healthy nutrients like antioxidants, potassium, and vitamin C. The base of the salad helps support hydration, while spinach serves as an alternative, boosting essential minerals like folate and iron.
Baked Ziti with Mushrooms and Mozzarella
A vegetarian favorite, this dish centers around mushrooms, which are beneficial for immune support and provide vitamin D and protein. Flavorful garlic enhances this recipe, enriching it with potassium and essential amino acids.
Green Pea Hummus
Packed with three seasonal ingredients, this refreshing hummus pairs beautifully with radishes and carrots. Not only is it easy to prepare, but its fiber and magnesium content supports heart health. A splash of fresh lemon juice adds bright flavor and antioxidants vital for skin health.
Tools for Healthy Eating
Kroger also emphasizes the ease of incorporating these nutritious options into daily diets through their OptUP program. This initiative allows shoppers to assess the health value of products they purchase by looking at the FoodHealth Score. Additionally, Kroger Plus loyalty customers who utilize the OptUP feature can access a complimentary dietitian visit of 30 minutes. These virtual sessions not only focus on product recommendations but also cover meal planning and budget-friendly recipes.
Health Benefits Accessibility
Moreover, many fresh foods, especially fruits and vegetables, can be purchased using food and over-the-counter benefit cards, assisting eligible customers in accessing healthier food choices. Kroger's dedication to inclusivity ensures that everyone has the opportunity to access nutritious groceries, including Medicare Advantage members and certain Medicaid recipients.
Convenient Shopping Options
Customers can explore and purchase fresh ingredients either in-store, or through Kroger Pickup and Delivery, offering easy access to the same low prices on fresh products. With the Boost by Kroger Plus delivery membership, customers can save significantly, making their shopping experience even more affordable.
About Kroger
At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we strive to fulfill our purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit™. We employ nearly 420,000 associates, serving over 11 million customers daily through an integrated shopping experience across digital and retail platforms. Our commitment extends beyond just grocery shopping as we continue to inspire food creativity while pursuing goals of #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. For more information about Kroger, visit our newsroom and investor relations page.
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