It's a fresh start for your weeknight meals.
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Spring is a time for renewal with warmer weather rolling in and beautiful flowers blooming—so why not kick things off with some fresh family dinner ideas, too! After a snowy winter (and lots of comfort foods), the change of seasons is a great opportunity to lighten things up with some new spring dinner recipes. Here, you’ll find tons of ideas for celebrating spring vegetables (like asparagus, carrots, and peas), plus easy spring chicken recipes, pasta salads, and BBQ recipes for those who are ready to fire up the grill! You can't go wrong with honey mustard chicken or colorful options, like enchiladas verdes and ravioli primavera. Of course, many of these spring recipes would be perfect for adding to your Easter dinner menu, too!
Looking for 30-minute meals to make your weeknights a breeze? Here, you'll find plenty of quick dinner ideas, spring salads, and vegetable sides made with the season's finest produce. For instance, there's a pesto pizza with arugula, chicken and asparagus stir fry, and a grilled pork salad with fresh strawberries. Of course, spending more time outdoors is one of the best parts about spring. That's why we've made sure to include a few spring grilling recipes and picnic ideas that will make it easy to enjoy the change of seasons including tuna pasta salad, turkey burgers, and grilled chicken marinade.
1
Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry
Give stir-fry night a springtime makeover with this recipe that highlights asparagus and carrots. It'll be on the table in less than an hour!
Get Ree's Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry recipe.
2
Ham Casserole
Got leftover Easter ham? Use it to make this hearty ham casserole! It's also loaded with rice, cheese, and a buttery cracker topping so you know your family will love it.
Get the Ham Casserole recipe.
3
Lemon Pasta
This simple pasta recipe is like a burst of sunshine so it's perfect for the sunny season. Along with the lemon zest and lemon juice, the recipe includes parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.
Get the Lemon Pasta recipe.
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4
Enchiladas Verdes
Add a pop of color to your dinner table with this green enchiladas recipe made with a flavorful homemade sauce. The filling is made with a rotisserie chicken so it's still incredibly easy.
Get the Enchiladas Verdes recipe.
5
Lamb Burgers
Switch up your typical beef burgers with lamb burgers instead! The patties are packed with spices and the feta sauce on top is sure to be a hit.
Get the Lamb Burgers recipe.
6
Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas
Whether you serve it up with fish, chicken, pork, or steak, you can't go wrong with sugar snap peas for spring! Here, they're kept simple with lemon juice, salt, and pepper, but feel free to spruce them up with a sprinkle of fresh spring herbs.
Get the Sautéed Sugar Snap Peas recipe.
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7
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Ranch seasoning mix might just be our favorite ingredient! It'll transform this chicken pasta casserole into a zesty sensation!
Get the Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole recipe.
8
Upside-Down Puff Pastry Radish Tarts
Spring radishes look so pretty on these puff pastry tarts. It would make a perfect accompaniment to your favorite spring soup—or serve it up as a tasty appetizer.
Get the Upside-Down Puff Pastry Radish Tarts recipe.
9
Honey Mustard Chicken
We can't get enough of the sweet and tangy combination of honey and mustard. It's perfect for marinating chicken thighs that can either be cooked in the oven or on the grill.
Get the Honey Mustard Chicken recipe.
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10
Shrimp Pesto Pasta
If you're growing basil in your garden this spring, then you'll definitely want to use it to make a batch of fresh pesto! Add some seasonal asparagus and juicy shrimp for a quick and tasty pasta recipe.
Get Ree's Shrimp Pesto Pasta recipe.
11
Chile-Lime Steak Salad
The best way to get Ladd Drummond to eat a salad is to add a juicy steak right on top! Here, the spicy-sweet dressing brings the whole thing together.
Get Ree's Chile-Lime Steak Salad recipe.
12
Chicken Florentine
These crispy golden chicken thighs get dressed up with a creamy white wine sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach. It feels fancy, but it's surprisingly easy.
Get the Chicken Florentine recipe.
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13
Parmesan Fish Sticks with Glazed Carrots
Forget frozen fish sticks! This homemade version has a crispy parmesan coating that you'll absolutely love! Plus, it's served up with seasonal glazed carrots topped with lots of fresh dill.
Get Ree's Parmesan Fish Sticks with Glazed Carrots recipe.
14
Sheet Pan Gnocchi
Eating your veggies is easy when they're paired with pillowy soft gnocchi, mozzarella balls, and parmesan cheese. The fact that it's all made on one sheet pan is an added bonus!
Get the Sheet Pan Gnocchi recipe.
15
Spinach Casserole
This recipe is everything you love about creamed spinach—just in casserole form! That means it's easy to make for a crowd and it has that fried onion topping for added crunch.
Get the Spinach Casserole recipe.
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16
Chickpea Salad
This hearty side dish is jam-packed with fresh ingredients, like cucumbers, tomatoes, and herbs. A few pops of salty feta cheese and a lemon dressing make it perfect for spring!
Get the Chickpea Salad recipe.
17
Asparagus Pasta
This pasta recipe might have a creamy sauce, but it's still light and fresh for spring! You can thank the tender asparagus for that.
Get the Asparagus Pasta recipe.
18
Brisket Tacos
The brisket in these tacos is utterly irresistible. It's cooked with spicy chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and ginger until meltingly tender.
Get the Brisket Tacos recipe.
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19
Spinach and Feta Chicken Burgers
Add Greek yogurt and salty feta to these patties will change the way you think about chicken burgers. It keeps them moist and gives them flavor.
Get Ree's Spinach and Feta Chicken Burgers recipe.
20
Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
Just the name of this bacon ranch pasta salad has us hooked! But you'll also be pleased to know the dish is loaded with cheddar cheese, pimentos, and black olives.
Get the Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad recipe.
