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Spring Greens Recipes That Will Make You Forget The Winter Cold

The new season means it's time to experiment with arugula, watercress, dandelion greens, sorrel, chives and dill.
Chef Kathy Gunst's green herb spring salad. (Robin Lubbock/WBUR)

With spring in full swing, Here & Now resident chef Kathy Gunst is experimenting with seasonal greens like watercress, arugula, chives and dandelion greens. She brings host Robin Young recipes and dishes that show off their fresh, vibrant flavors.


Spring greens are like a tonic after a long winter, and these recipes provide color, texture, nutrients and a fresh taste of the new season. Think arugula, watercress, dandelion greens, sorrel, chives and dill.

Use these fresh greens in egg dishes (spring green frittata), soups, salads and stir fries.

Green Herb Spring Salad

This is a very simple salad that pays tribute to the fresh green flavors and crunchy textures of spring. The only “trick” is

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