Time to Get Picking! Sweet, Savory, and Healthy Cherry Recipes

Cherries have officially hit the farmers market! Aside from being a proven anti-inflammatory, antioxidant-rich cherries reduce uric acid and cholesterol levels in the body and help reduce sore muscles and joint pain. Usually enjoyed as a snack, cherries also make a great main ingredient for sweet and savory dishes. Curious? Keep reading to see what healthy cherry recipes we'll be cooking up this season.

— Additional reporting by Aemilia MaddenPhoto: Jenny Sugar

Quinoa Salad With Cherries and Feta

Quinoa Salad With Cherries and Feta

For a delicious dinner that's equal parts sweet and savory, cook up a batch of quinoa salad with cherries and feta. This healthy and hearty meal will leave you feeling full and satisfied. Photo: Nicole Perry

Vegan Cherry Smoothie

Vegan Cherry Smoothie

Quit eating blah breakfasts, and start your day with a vegan cherry smoothie that is full of fiber and protein to help keep you full through lunchtime. Photo: Michele Foley

Cherry Almond Coconut Protein Balls

Cherry Almond Coconut Protein Balls

Boost your muscle recovery post-workout with these cherry almond coconut protein balls. This easy snack features an unexpected ingredient that helps amp up the protein. Photo: Jenny Sugar

Cherry Vanilla Smoothie

Cherry Vanilla Smoothie

Filled with ingredients like spinach, almond butter, and coconut water, this cherry vanilla smoothie is full of vitamins but happens to taste like an old-school shake — delicious! Photo: Anna Monette Roberts

Almond Cherry Chunks of Energy

Almond Cherry Chunks of Energy

Both sugar-free and gluten-free, these small almond cherry bites are a deliciously crunchy alternative to a traditional protein bar. Photo: Jenny Sugar

Chocolate Cherry Granola Bites

Chocolate Cherry Granola Bites

Since cherries have been shown to help reduce sore muscles and joint pain, make yourself a batch of cherry granola bites to enjoy post-workout! Source: POPSUGAR user JuicyNoelle

Chocolate-Cherry Pie

Chocolate-Cherry Pie

A little indulgence is always good, especially when you make some healthy swaps. This recipe for chocolate-cherry pie is made using whole-wheat flour, flax meal, and almond milk, and these are just a few of the healthy ingredients found in this dessert. Source: Never Homemaker

Cherry Yogurt Popsicles

Cherry Yogurt Popsicles

Greek yogurt, fresh cherries, milk, and just a touch of sugar are all you need to make these cherry yogurt popsicles. For a little added decadence, the recipe calls for a light drizzle of chocolate to finish off the treat! Source: Sweetest Kitchen

Cherry Salsa

Cherry Salsa

Guests will love the unexpected savory twist of POPSUGAR Food's cherry salsa recipe. Great as a dip, it also works well when served on chicken or fish. Photo: Susannah Chen

Vanilla Cherry Coconut Breakfast Risotto

Vanilla Cherry Coconut Breakfast Risotto

Oatmeal fatigue setting in? Fuel up until lunch with a comforting bowl of cherry coconut breakfast risotto. Source: Healthy Happy Life

Turkey Sandwich With Cherry Compote

Turkey Sandwich With Cherry Compote

Amp up the flavor profile of a sweet or savory dish by adding some of cherry compote to the mix. We're especially fond of this turkey sandwich with cherry compote. Photo: Katie Sweeney

Cherry-Banana Parfaits

Cherry-Banana Parfaits

Ice cream for breakfast? Heck yeah! Indulge by adding cherry-banana soft-serve ice cream as a layer in these breakfast parfaits with granola. Source: Oh She Glows

Cherry Protein Pop'ems

Cherry Protein Pop'ems

Why buy energy bars when you can make your own? Cherry Protein Pop'ems are a little bit sweet, a little bit crunchy, and contain five grams of protein in each serving. Source: Eating Bird Food