These Gorgeous Spring Recipes Make the Most of Fresh Fruits and Veggies (2024)

Pack your meals with these fresh flavors that sing spring.

By Becca Miller, Catherine Lo and Jamie BallardUpdated: Mar 11, 2022

These Gorgeous Spring Recipes Make the Most of Fresh Fruits and Veggies (1)

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Spring is arriving, and that means we’re also getting all those gorgeous springtime fruits and veggies. From things like fresh asparagus to crisp baby lettuce to early-season strawberries, spring produce can help transition those cozy winter dishes into something lighter for the new season. These spring recipes include plenty of healthy salads that would be the perfect weeknight side or make-ahead lunch. Or if your family loves a plate of pasta, you can add a touch of spring with some homemade parsley pesto. Take advantage of those first warm spring nights by firing up the grill and cooking chicken, shrimp, or even cheese (yes, you can grill cheese!). These recipes will be the perfect thing for your Easter brunch or Easter dinner, especially when you arrange them around a gorgeous spring centerpiece.

Please any crowd with these spring dishes, including some of the picky eaters you might have at home. Even vegetable haters might have to change their mind once you whip up one of these easy recipes. But there’s plenty besides vegetables to enjoy: we’re talking creamy spreads, lavender-infused desserts, and delicious ham. And just because it’s spring, that doesn’t mean you have to forget about your favorite soups. Additions like lemon and fresh herbs make them perfect for the season.

In addition to making some of these spring recipes, you can also welcome the new season into your life with some fresh home decor or even a pastel manicure. After a long winter, we’re more than ready to welcome spring with open arms.

Spring Panzanella

This gorgeous dish brings together lots of spring flavors, like crunchy greens, fresh herbs, scallions and peas.

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Parsley Pesto Pasta

A big bunch of parsley brings a big dose of springtime freshness to this pasta dish. Top with red pepper flakes for that extra kick.

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Make-Ahead Smoothies

Mornings just got an upgrade. Freeze your favorite fruits, like strawberries, raspberries, banana, mango and more, and you'll have a delicious breakfast ready to go when you wake up.

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Roasted Cauliflower Pasta

Lemon adds the perfect amount of brightness to this pasta dish. Cauliflower, anchovies, capers, and garlic make for a unique pasta dish that's sure to be a hit.

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Fiery Pork Lettuce Wraps

Fresh, crunchy lettuce leaves are the perfect vehicle for flavorful pork seasoned with gochujang, soy sauce, lime juice, sugar, and sesame oil.

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Chicken Soup with Spinach and Lemon

Who says you can't bring cozy soups into springtime? This one has lots of fresh lemon juice to brighten things up, along with chicken, baby spinach, eggs, and Parmesan.

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Roasted Strawberries

Make the most of early-season strawberries by roasting them with honey, a pinch of salt, and vanilla bean. You can spoon them over brie and crackers for a sweet-and-savory snack, or add them to ice cream for a fruity topping.

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas

Take advantage of that first warm spring night to fire up the grill and make these chicken and veggie skewers, tossed with fresh lime and lots of spices.

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Sugared Lavender Cupcakes

These downright gorgeous cupcakes are the perfect way to usher in spring. It's easy to see them as part of an Easter spread or as dessert at any springtime party.

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Roasted Asparagus with Creamy Feta

Spring Herb Frittata

Don't wait for a special occasion brunch to make this easy, elegant frittata. Short of an herb? Use what you have — it will still taste just as fresh and flavorful.

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Pasta Primavera

The name says it all. Our sophisticated (yet easy!) version uses an abundance of snap peas, asparagus, shallots and beautifully sweet carrot ribbons (a cinch with a vegetable peeler!)

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Salmon Burger

Thirty minutes is all that stands between you and this hearty meatless burger made with fresh salmon and crunchy greens.

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Spring Green Salad with Apricot Vinaigrette

The best of the season in a bowl. Sprightly cress and butter lettuce get a burst of flavor with feta and a drizzle of sweet-tart dressing.

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Greek Lemon Chicken Soup

This creamy (yet dairy-free!) lemony soup is perfect for those in-between days when there's still a bit of a chill in the air.

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Grilled Haloumi

Asparagus, snap peas and tons of herbs are supporting players to salty, savory haloumi cheese. The salad is perfect as a hearty side or a light vegetarian main course.

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