With spring just around the corner, Melbourne’s produce is beginning to shift—offering up a vibrant selection of seasonal greens that promise to bring colour, crunch, and nutrition to your meals. At Gertrude Grocer, we’re celebrating the season’s finest leafy picks: spinach, rocket, lettuce, spring onions, green kale, and Tuscan kale.
Whether you're tossing a salad, blending a smoothie, or sautéing a side dish, these greens are your pantry's new best friends.
👉 Click & Collect your fresh spring greens from Gertrude Grocer
Spotlight on Our Seasonal Greens
🥬 Spinach
Tender, mild and packed with iron.
Try it in:
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A lemony spinach and lentil soup
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Breakfast smoothies with banana and chia
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Wilted into creamy pasta dishes
🌱 Rocket (Arugula)
Bold and peppery—perfect for adding a bite to any dish.
Try it in:
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A rocket, pear and walnut salad
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Topped on pizza with prosciutto
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Stirred into a grain bowl with roasted vegetables
🥗 Lettuce Varieties
From butter lettuce to cos, lettuce forms the crunchy backbone of many warm-weather meals.
Try it in:
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Lettuce cups with spicy chickpeas and yoghurt
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Fresh salads with berries and goat cheese
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Layered in wraps with cured meats and pickles
🌿 Spring Onions
Milder than regular onions and great for finishing dishes.
Try them:
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Finely chopped into egg salad
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Grilled whole with olive oil and sea salt
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Added to savoury muffins or frittatas
🥬 Green Kale
Robust and packed with nutrients—this classic kale is a spring staple.
Try it in:
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Sautéed with garlic and olive oil as a side
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Baked into crispy kale chips
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Added to white bean and kale soup
🌿 Tuscan Kale (Cavolo Nero)
Darker, flatter and slightly sweeter than green kale.
Try it in:
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Braised with lemon and chilli flakes
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Stirred through risotto or pasta
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Used as a base for a warm salad with farro and roasted pumpkin
Tips for Keeping Greens Fresher, Longer
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Wrap them loosely in a paper towel to absorb excess moisture
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Store in a reusable produce bag or container in the crisper
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Wash just before use to prevent early spoilage
Beyond Salad: Creative Uses for Spring Greens
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Smoothies: Spinach, kale or lettuce with mango and coconut water
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Pesto: Rocket or kale blended with almonds, garlic, lemon, and hard cheese
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Warm Bowls: Tuscan kale, grains and roast vegetables with a yoghurt dressing
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Frittatas: Combine spring onion, spinach and soft cheese like Meredith Dairy chèvre
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Soup Garnish: Flash-fried kale chips make a crunchy topping for soups
Pantry Companions from Gertrude Grocer
Pair your greens with premium pantry items we have in store:
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Cold-pressed olive oils for dressings or sautéing
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Whole grains like quinoa, freekeh and pearl barley
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Local cheeses to contrast the greens’ bitterness
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Spices and vinegars to enhance natural flavours
👉 Browse our pantry and produce range
Welcome Spring to Your Kitchen
Spring greens are here to brighten your plate and refresh your cooking routine. Whether you're starting your morning with a green smoothie or finishing the day with a kale and grain bowl, Gertrude Grocer has everything you need to make your meals fresh, seasonal and satisfying.
Visit us in-store or order online to get your hands on Melbourne’s best selection of spring greens.