What to Eat for the Strawberry Moon

Wondering what to eat for the Strawberry Moon? Falling right around Midsummer, the possibilities are many. Make it sweet and juicy, just like the energy of this full moon.

The full moon in June is known as the Strawberry Moon, and it's probably pretty obvious that this is the time of year when strawberries are ripe and juicy and just begging to be eaten. This full moon usually arrives near the summer solstice when the sun is at the height of its powers. The days are long, the weather may be warm (unless you live in Scotland), and the living is definitely easier than it was six months ago.

Spiritual Meaning of the Strawberry Moon

The vibe for the strawberry moon is sort of cute and flirty. She wants to shine a light on the sweet things in your life and help you remember what all your hard work has been for. This is the moment where we can start collecting the fruits of our labors and really benefitting from the abundance we've created.

Look back over the past six months at all the hard work and effort you've put into creating your beautiful life. What rewards are you starting to see? How can you celebrate what you've accomplished? What worked and what didn't so you can do more or less of it in the future. Let this full moon shine a light on your victories.

What's in season at the Strawberry Moon

What's in season? Practically everything. This is the height of summer, and those spring flowers are starting to ripen into summer fruits and vegetables just ready to be picked and eaten. This would have been a time of abundance for our ancestors where food was practically falling on their heads. Abundance is not always guaranteed, so definitely enjoy the bounty while you can.

Be sure to check out what's in season in your specific area. You may even have your own fruits and vegetables growing your your garden. Take advantage of the variety while you can. Here are a few ingredients to get you started.

Lamb is also still in season in June.

Capricorn foods

In 2024, the Strawberry Moon is in Capricorn. This earth sign is associated with starchy foods, but it doesn't want to be weighed down on its ambitious climb to achieve its goals. Capricorn is represented by a mountain goat with a fish's tail. A strange creature, I know, but a great excuse to eat goat's cheese. Here are a few Capricorn corresponded foods to add to the mix

• goat's cheese
• onions
• pasta
• spinach

Recipes for the Strawberry Moon

For much of the Northern Hemisphere, this is a warm time of year where you want your food to be light, quick, and easy to prepare. It may be hot in your kitchen, so you don't want to spend much time there. Luckily, this is a bountiful season full of bold flavors, so we can still eat really well. And of course, have strawberries every day if you like.

Breakfast

Wake up to something fresh and flavorful for this June full moon.

• Black Pudding Hash - Deeply savoury with a pop of spicy freshness from red jalapenos and green onions.
• Full English Breakfast - You're not exactly gonna run a marathon, but it is a great excuse to eat garden fresh tomatoes for breakfast.
• Spicy Mashed Potato Pancakes - A delicious way to use up leftover mashed potatoes with chillies and green onions.
• Eggs in Purgatory - Some say eating spicy food helps keep you cool. This will help you test that theory.
• Cinnamon Whole Wheat Pancakes with Blackberry Brown Butter Syrup - A great way to use up excess blackberries in the summer.
• Zucchini & Potato Pancakes - People with zucchini plants always have way too many, so eat them at every meal.
• Spinach & Cheese Baked Eggs - Full of fresh summer herbs.
• Egg & Mango Chutney Flatbread - So many awesome flavors in this quick and easy dish.
• Herb Biscuits & Sausage Gravy - Add fresh herbs to a Southern classic.
• Bacon & Goat Cheese Quiche - Bring the energy of the goat to your breakfast or brunch.
• Chilli Scrambled Eggs - A quick and easy way to spice up your morning.

Dips & Appetizers

Summer is a time for gathering, and nothing brings people together like chips and dips. Get everyone around the table to share great food and lots of laughter.

• Whipped Feta on Toast - The is the perfect base to highlight your garden bounty.
• Whipped Ricotta - This cloud of cheese is like a canvas for dried herbs.
• Goat Cheese Crostini with Macadamia Nuts & Honey - It's like summer on toast.
• Creamy Garlic Spinach Dip - Made with fresh spinach and obscene amounts of garlic.
• Sweet Potato Chickpea Dip - The color on this will remind you of the sun.
• Easy Peanut Butter Hummus - Hummus is all I ever want to eat when its hot outside.
• Homemade Sour Cream & Chive Dip - I know you can buy this from the store, but it's so delicious and easy to make at home.
• Harissa Hummus - Your favorite dip just got a little bit more awesome.
• Bacon Parmesan Cheese Ball - It's kitschy and fabulous and so full of flavor.
• Scallion & Chili Yogurt Dip - A surprisingly simple dip that brings more flavor than it has any right to.
• Mexican Spinach Dip - A spicy twist on a classic creamy dip.
• Garlic & Thyme Baked Camembert - Use fresh thyme to make it extra awesome.
• Vegetarian Jalapeno Poppers - These can be cooked on the grill if it's too hot to turn on the oven.

Soups, Salads & Sandwiches

Sometimes a big dinner is just too much in the summer. Try something a little bit lighter to keep you satisfied.

• Brie & Blackberry Grilled Cheese - Fruit and creamy cheese are a perfect match.
• Vegan Sweet Corn & Roasted Bell Pepper Soup - This soup is the color of sunshine.
• Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella Salad - The fresh basil viniagrette makes this extra awesome.
• Strawberry Poppy Seed Salad - A must for the Strawberry Moon.
• Cheddar Corn Soup - This might be my favorite summer soup.
• Brie Grilled Cheese with Ham & Cherry Jam - There's something so elegant about this sandwich. I can't get enough.
• Italian Grilled Cheese - This one has pesto, crispy prosciutto, and fresh mozzarella, but the balsamic glaze is what really puts it over the top.
• Fiery Halloumi Salad - For me, this is just an excuse to eat cheese for dinner.
• Green Minestrone Soup - A great way to use up the summer veg from your garden.
• Caesar Salad with Brown Butter Croutons - The only salad I actually crave.
• Vegetarian Black Bean Soup - This is a seriously hearty soup.
• Spinach & Ricotta Grilled Cheese - Like a calzone but much less work.
• Hummus & Egg Toast with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Chives - In the summer, sometimes you just need to pile things on toast and call it dinner.

Dinner

Our days are longer and our fresh food possibilities are practically endless. Remember, Capricorn said we could eat as much pasta as we like, and I'm here for it.

• Ozo Pasta with Bacon & Peas - This one pot dish is bursting with summer flavor.
• Lemon & Garlic Pasta - A sauceless pasta with herby bread crumbs.
• Jalapeno Cream Cheese Burger - If you're cooking all your meals on the grill, be sure to work this awesome burger into the rotation.
• One Pot Lemon & Ricotta Pasta - This pasta has fresh basil and feels super summery.
• South Indian Vegetable Curry - A pile of vegetables in a flavorful sauce? What could go wrong?
• Gammon Steak with Pineapple Salsa - Cooks in minutes and features pineapple, jalapeno, and fresh mint.
• Bacon & Corn Risotto - If there's such a thing as a summer risotto, it's this.
• Grilled Chicken Skewers with Chilli Mint Yogurt - I love grilled chicken in the summer.
• Chickpea & Spinach Curry - This dish is super healthy and super flavorful.
• Easy Cheesy Stuffed Peppers - The colors here are just gorgeous.
• Flame Burger - Blow the mind of the spice lovers in your life.
• Vegan Tomato Curry - Perfect for when you've grown more tomatoes than you know what to do with.
• Sausage & Sweet Potato Tray Bake - Use a variety of bell pepper colors to make this extra pretty.
• Spaghetti & Sausage Meatballs - This dish has a bit of a cheat to save you some time while boosting your pleasure.

Side dishes

Throw some meat on the grill and let your delicious side dishes steal the show this summer. We've got lots of fresh summer herbs here to make everything extra delicious.

• Za'atar Potato Salad - I just made this last week, and it's so delicious. I was sad when it was gone.
• Italian Roasted Potatoes - A great way to use fresh rosemary.
• Maple Glazed Carrots - For those of us with a sweet tooth, this will make us actually want to eat vegetables.
• Red Bean Salad - A super simple, no-cook vegan side dish.
• Dill Potato Salad - The dill makes this fresh and vibrant.
• Grilled Potato Foil Packets with Lemon Dill Creme Fraiche - Wrap these up and cooke them on the grill or even in the dying embers of your campfire.
• Parmesan Fried Gnocchi - A five minute side dish that's full of herby flavor.
• Garlic Herb Bread - Possibly the best side dish of all time.
• Bacon & Egg Potato Salad - This is awesome served both warm and cold.
• Loaded Baked Potato Salad - We've got cheese, bacon, sour cream, all the good stuff.
• Za'atar Flatbread - Prepare this on the grill to add a burst of flavor to any meal.
• Peas with Pancetta & Cream - A truly rich way to eat your summer peas.
• Southwest Pasta Salad - Make a mountain of this because it only gets better the next day.

Breads

Maybe bread baking isn't high on your summer agenda, but these recipes are so delicious, they just might tempt you.

• Garlic & Herb Focaccia Bread - Made with an entire head of roasted garlic.
• Smoked Cheddar & Sage Biscuits - The smoky cheese make these a perfect accompaniment to a backyard barbecue.
• Rosemary Potato Rolls - Rosemary is ruled by the sun, and these rolls are delicious.
• Cheddar Habanero Cornbread - Honestly, I eat this slathered in butter and honey for dessert.
• Corn & Green Onions Biscuits - A super simple 3-ingredient soup dipper.
• Bacon Goat Cheese & Green Onions Biscuits - Every bite has something delicious going on.
• Skillet Cornbread - Perfect for sopping up juices from your backyard barbecue.
• Cheddar Jalapeno Biscuits - These make great base for a killer breakfast sandwich.
• Dill & Cheddar Popovers - Light and airy and flavorful.
• Parmesan Oregano Bread - Soft enough for sandwiches, tasty enough for just stuffing in your face.

Desserts

Given that I'm not much for fruit in my desserts, this section seems a little bit skimpy. But Mint features heavily, and I think summer is also the perfect time to bake with flowers. It's all delicious.

• Lavender Cake - Midsummer is the perfect time to work flowers into your food.
• Mint Chocolate Mousse - This is insanely rich and delicious, and I can't stop eating it.
• Lemon & Thyme Pound Cake - Fresh herbs in cake can be so awesome.
• Lemon Polenta Cake - This cake tastes like sunshine.
• Grasshopper Pie - We've turned a kitschy cocktail into a delicious boozy pie.
• White Chocolate Peppermint Cheesecake - Never not eating cheesecake.
• Mint Chocolate Chip Brownie Ice Cream Cake - Maybe we should eat ice cream cake every day in the summer.

Sweet Treats

The Strawberry Moon is all about the sweeter things in life, so why not treat yourself to a bit of a sugar fix with a little summery sweet treat.

• Blueberry Jam Muffins - If you can't get your hands on fresh blueberries, don't let that stop you.
• Mint Brownies - These have to be refrigerated, so it's the perfect excuse to eat them fast before they melt.
• Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies - A bright and herby twist on a classic cookie.
• Homemade Blueberry Muffins - Nothing beats a great blueberry muffin.
• Chocolate Mint Cupcakes - I can't think of anything more lovely for a summer garden party.
• Blueberry Mojito Muffins - I added some mint and demerara sugar to a classic blueberry muffin, and it was awesome.

Drinks

Sit outside and sip a cocktail or a cold drink. It's what long summer days were made for.

• Cherry Brandy Cocktail - Sweet and simple and so pretty.
• Rose Quartz Cocktail - Make your own homemade rose syrup for this cocktail full of love vibes.
• Strawberry Banana Smoothie - A quick and easy dairy-free summer smoothie.
• Strawberry Soju Slushie - A boozy frozen drink that will get you dancing to your favorite K-pop.
• Cherry Berry Cocktail - This might be the prettiest drink I've ever made. The color is stunning.
• Strawberry Lemon & Basil Infused Water - Stay hydrated, but make it gorgeous.
• Mint Limeade - A pitcher full of prosperity magick.
• Carrot Ginger Orange Mimosa - Get boozy in the morning with this flavorful mimosa.
• Cucumber Mint & Lemon Infused Water - You definitely need to be drinking more water in June, and when it tastes this refreshing, you'll actually want to.
• Cloudy Cider Cup - Fortify your cider with extra booze and lots of fresh fruit and herbs.
• Vanilla Ginger Mojito - A minty sweet cocktail with a hint of fire energy.
• Pimm's & Cherry Lemonade - It's how they do summer in England.
• Cherry Orange Sangria - Make it a sangria summer.

Celebrate the Strawberry Moon

I hope you relax into sweetness under this Strawberry Moon. Eat something delicious and remember how awesome your life is.

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