As winter fades, one of the most exciting vegetables of early spring begins popping up. Wild ramps, also called wild leeks, wild garlic, and wild onions, are in season for only a few short months. Ramp season usually lasts from early spring to mid-May.
They're often available in farmer's markets and for foragers across North America but are especially abundant in New England, the Eastern mountain states, and the Midwest.
Ramps are a darling of chefs and foodies who prize this unique ingredient's bold allium flavor and bright colors. I'm sharing my favorite ramp recipes, including ways to preserve ramps so you can enjoy them longer!
Delicious Ramp Recipes
Ramp Pesto
This ramp pesto recipe is absolutely phenomenal! The bright green color and bold flavor make it an absolutely sensational spread and our favorite way to use ramps.
Ramp Butter
This easy ramp butter recipe is a delicious and flavorful compound butter. It's garlicky and gorgeous!
Ramp Omelet
If you are lucky enough to get your hands on some ramps, you've got to try this ramp omelet. It serves two and is full of ramp deliciousness.
Springtime Ramp Pasta Recipe
You've got to try this delicious ramp pasta recipe! It's got just the right amount of ramp flavor paired with mellow pasta and parmesan for a flavorful springtime meal.
Pickled Ramps
Ramps, also known as wild leeks, are only available in the spring. Pickling ramps is a great way to preserve this wonderful foraged goodness for longer!
Wild Garlic Salt
This easy wild garlic salt recipe uses just two ingredients and takes minutes to make, so it's a great way to preserve this delicious spring herb quickly. Wild garlic salt is perfect for seasoning meats, roasted vegetables and cheese dishes.
Wild Ramp Rice
Fluffy, perfectly cooked rice spiked with the flavor of wild Ramps, My Ramp Rice Recipe is the perfect spring side dish. It can be made with only ramp leaves or ramp leaves & bulbs. Stove Top and Instant Pot directions included.
Wild Garlic Greens Chips
Making wild garlic greens chips is the best way to get even your kids to enjoy ramps! They are crisped to deliciousness.
Ramp Pasta Carbonara
This Wild Ramp Pasta Carbonara with Anchovies recipe is a fun twist on a classic dish! Full of flavor and a delicious way to celebrate spring!
Ramp and Hot Pepper Relish
This hot and tangy relish is a tasty way to preserve the wild foraged goodness of ramps so you can enjoy it all summer long!
Sweet Ramp Dressing
The perfect balance of tart and sweet blended into a creamy salad dressing. Much like a sweet onion dressing, this sweet wild ramp dressing will quickly become your favorite part of spring!
Creamy Wild Garlic Soup
This creamy wild garlic soup is a delicious, healthy, light, and refreshing vegan soup packed with spring greens and plant-based protein.
Wild Garlic Hummus
This glorious green tinted wild garlic hummus is the perfect way to use some of your foraged wild garlic.
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