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9 essential pantry staples to transition you from winter to spring

Hayley Sugg, cookinglight.com on

Published in Health & Fitness

As the weather warms up and fresh produce starts to appear in the stores, you know it’s time for spring. While spring cleaning is usually reserved for one’s closets or cluttered areas, we think you should also take a hard look at your pantry. Start updating your grocery shopping habits to match the season by stocking up on these nine pantry essentials that make spring eating so much easier.

Rice noodles

Rice noodles only take a few minutes to cook, so they make a great spring alternative to traditional wheat-based pasta. Lighter in texture, these noodles won’t leave you feeling over-full. Rice noodles make good additions to salads, broth bowls and stir-fries.

Whole-wheat pita

Pita is a versatile food that should be in your pantry no matter the season. For spring, it makes a great pocket to stuff with fresh veggies, or to bake into chips that can be served with fresh artichoke dip. Don’t forget that uncut pitas make great mini pizza crusts, which you can top with seasonal veggies and tomato sauce.

High-quality mustard

 

Whether Dijon, spicy brown or whole-grain, mustard can be a star in the pantry. A dollop or two adds rich flavor and tang to marinades for grilling, thickens and flavors salad vinaigrettes, and balances out creamy potato salads. Go with stone-ground mustard for extra texture and body or stick with smooth if that’s your style.

Lentils

Less heavy than beans but just as nutrient packed, lentils shine in the springtime. Cook them until just done (preventing them from getting creamy) and they take on a delightfully chewy texture. Al dente lentils are perfect for topping salads or as an herb-infused side.

Whole-wheat panko

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