April showers bring May superfoods! Spring is in full gear (finally!) and with it come bountiful harvests of some of our favorite warm-weather fruits and veggies.

Some of May's ripest finds are in the slideshow below. Let us know in the comments what May produce you're most looking forward to!

  • Strawberries

    <strong>Why We Love Them:</strong> The strawberry, a true symbol of warmer weather, is coming into its own this month. One serving of the low-calorie fruit packs <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/29/healthy-food-healthiest-list_n_1636409.html#slide=1162263" target="_blank">more vitamin C than an orange</a> and offers protection against <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/01/19/strawberries-blueberries-heart-attack-risk-women_n_2480050.html" target="_blank">heart attacks</a>, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/26/cognitive-impairment-study-berries_n_1453557.html" target="_blank">cognitive decline</a> and <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/08/06/strawberries-ultraviolet-radiation-uv-rays-skin_n_1739399.html" target="_blank">damage to the skin from UV rays</a>. The high antioxidant content has also been credited with increasing HDL, or "good" cholesterol, says Vandana Sheth, R.D.N., C.D.E., a spokesperson for the <a href="http://www.eatright.org/" target="_blank">Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics</a>. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> Straight from the vine! Pick your own this season and burn some calories in the process. Or try them as a sweet addition to salads with balsamic vinegar, says Sheth.

  • Peas

    <strong>Why We Love Them:</strong> One of <a href="http://www.seriouseats.com/2011/05/in-season-peas-choosing-picking-storing-20110505.html" target="_blank">spring's tiniest veggies</a> is also one of its most nutritious. Peas are loaded with fiber and <a href="http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2521/2" target="_blank">vitamins A, C and K</a>, which is important for healthy blood and bones, says Sheth. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> Sprinkling some <em><a href="http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/vegetables-and-vegetable-products/2520/2" target="_blank">raw peas</a></em> into a salad offers even more vitamin C per one cup than serving them as a cooked side dish. Sheth suggests mashing them into guacamole to cut back on some of the fat from the avocado. They're also tasty additions to pasta and rice dishes.

  • Apricots

    <strong>Why We Love Them: </strong>Just one single apricot in all its sweet and juicy glory contains a good amount of your daily vitamins A and C, plus some fiber and potassium all for <a href="http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/fruits-and-fruit-juices/1827/2" target="_blank">just 17 calories</a>. It also offers some iron, says Sheth, which, in the presence of that vitamin C, is absorbed more effectively by the body. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> A perfect on-the-go snack, apricots can also be chopped or blended into parfaits or smoothies, says Sheth. Try them sliced with peanut butter for a fresher take on the classic PB&J, she suggests.

  • Cauliflower

    <strong>Why We Love It:</strong> "People think about staying away from white-colored foods," says Sheth, "but cauliflower is the exception." While it doesn't often get the praise its relative broccoli gets, it's worthy of it. Both come from the same <a href="http://lpi.oregonstate.edu/infocenter/foods/cruciferous/" target="_blank">cruciferous family of vegetables</a>, well-known for their anti-inflammatory properties. Often thought of as a cooler-weather veggie, cauliflower is <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/articlesguides/seasonalcooking/farmtotable/seasonalingredientmap" target="_blank">ripe for the picking in a number of states</a> this month, offering possible <a href="http://greatist.com/health/superfood-cauliflower" target="_blank">protection against cancer and stroke</a>. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> Beside enjoying it raw with a little dip, Sheth suggests using it as a low-calorie substitute for potatoes, either baked or mashed. Or try roasting it with some Indian spices like turmeric, she says, with some garbanzo beans for protein and fiber.

  • Morel Mushrooms

    <strong>Why We Love Them:</strong> Sure, these guys are pretty funny looking, but they boast a unique flavor and are a <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/03/morel-recipes-mushrooms_n_2999579.html" target="_blank">true sign of spring</a>, prime morel hunting season. In the same family as truffles, they can be pricey, but they do pack some benefits, like <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/01/7-may-superfoods_n_1466035.html#slide=922177" target="_blank">potassium and B vitamins</a>. Research in animals suggests morel mushrooms may have benefits for liver function, says Sheth, and, like other mushrooms, they are a decent source of vitamin D, she says. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> Tasty raw in salads, they're also yummy in stir fries, or simply sautéed or grilled with a little olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper, says Sheth.

  • Boysenberries

    <strong>Why We Love Them: </strong>Seeing as this gem is a cross between a raspberry and a blueberry, it's not surprising that it packs similar brainpower-boosting benefits, antioxidants and vitamins, says Sheth. Boysenberries are also <a href="http://nutritiondata.self.com/facts/fruits-and-fruit-juices/1856/2" target="_blank">rich in fiber</a>. <strong>How To Enjoy:</strong> Although they're less common, boysenberries can be enjoyed just like any other berry, says Sheth: just as they are, or in salads, smoothies, or even on top of pancakes, she says. Look for them at your farmer's market this month.

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