The changing of the seasons means brighter days and a whole host of new in-season ingredients that are ready for the picking. These flavourful recipes from Ocado use a range of fresh ingredients, all in their prime when it comes to quality and freshness. From baked ricotta cheesecake with ripe and sweet rosemary tomatoes to in-season asparagus , basil and pea salad with burrata , these tasty recipes are perfect for bright evenings of alfresco dining with friends.
This asparagus, basil and pea salad with burrata is great as an easy starter. Perfect for BBQ season, simply bump up the quantities and serve on a platter for everyone to dig in if you’re feeding a bigger crowd. British asparagus is currently in season (April-July), so it’s the perfect time to make this recipe! It’s also high in fibre and a rich source of folate, which supports the immune system to function normally and plays a role in the normal formation of blood.
Recipe by : Olivia Cavalli for Ocado Serves : 2 Prep time : 15 mins | Cook time : 2 mins Ingredients : 100g fresh or frozen peas, defrosted 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil,plus extra to serve 1⁄2 lemon, finely zested, plus a squeeze of juice 50g Ocado Fine Asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed and spears shaved into thin ribbons with a vegetable peeler 1 handful basil leaves, torn 1 pinch sea salt flakes, plus extra to serve 150g burrata (vegetarian if required) Method : 1. Bring a small pan of water to the boil, add the peas and cook for 1-2 mins un.
