10 Fresh Spring Recipes to Make Right Now
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Spring is here and I am fully in my seasonal cooking era. The farmers’ markets are filling up with asparagus and strawberries, the days are longer, and honestly? I just want to eat something fresh and bright. These are my favorite go-to recipes right now. They’re simple, family-friendly, and made for this time of year. Bookmark this one, because you’re going to want to come back to it.
Spinach and Arugula Salad
This is my favorite five-minute salad and I make it constantly. Peppery arugula and mild spinach, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy slivered almonds, crumbled feta, and a bright balsamic-lemon vinaigrette. I love it as a side dish, but honestly if I throw some sliced grilled chicken on top it’s a full dinner and I’m not mad about it. Full recipe: Spinach and Arugula Salad
Asparagus Potato Soup
I know soup in spring sounds a little off, but hear me out. This one is light and velvety, not heavy at all. Fresh asparagus and buttery Yukon gold potatoes blended together into something surprisingly silky, with a squeeze of lemon to keep it bright. It comes together in one pot in about 30 minutes, and it’s honestly even better the next day. Full recipe: Asparagus Potato Soup
Strawberry Ricotta Toast
The moment strawberries show up at my local market, this toast is one of the first things I make. Roasted strawberries over creamy whipped ricotta on thick crispy toast, finished with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. It looks like you spent way more effort than you did, and it works for breakfast, brunch, or honestly even a light dessert. Full recipe: Strawberry Ricotta Toast
Strawberry Salsa
I became a fruit salsa convert and I’m never going back. Fresh ripe strawberries chopped up with jalapeño, cilantro, shallot, and lots of lime. It’s sweet, spicy, and completely addictive with a bag of tortilla chips. But it’s also incredible spooned over grilled chicken or fish, and it takes about 10 minutes with zero cooking involved. Full recipe: Strawberry Salsa
Chicken Pasta Primavera
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A true spring dinner. Tender chicken and a big mix of fresh seasonal vegetables tossed through pasta. It’s colorful, satisfying, and really celebrates what’s good right now. I love this one because it’s light enough that you don’t feel weighed down at the end of the day, but filling enough that everyone at the table actually leaves happy. Full recipe: Chicken Pasta Primavera
Grilled Chicken Wraps
These are my weeknight lifesaver. Juicy grilled chicken, crisp fresh veggies, all wrapped up and on the table in about 20 minutes. They’re endlessly customizable which means everyone in the family can make it their own, and the leftovers pack perfectly for lunch the next day. Full recipe: Grilled Chicken Wraps
Tandoori Chicken Skewers
These skewers are what I reach for the first time the grill comes out in spring. The chicken marinates in a fragrant tandoori spice blend and comes off the grill juicy with gorgeous charred edges. They’re impressive enough to serve to guests but easy enough for a regular Tuesday night. Full recipe: Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Farro Bowls
My favorite meatless lunch right now. Nutty farro as the base, loaded up with fresh vegetables, chickpeas, and hummus! It’s hearty and filling in a way that actually keeps me going all afternoon. I love these bowls because you can mix and match whatever you have on hand and they always come together beautifully. Full recipe: Farro Bowls
Vegetable Fritters
Crispy on the outside, tender inside, and a brilliant way to use up whatever vegetables are hanging around in the fridge. I love making a big batch of these for a light lunch or an easy appetizer, you can serve them with a bowl of yogurt dip on the side and watch them disappear. They’re one of those recipes that feels a little special without requiring much at all. Full recipe: Vegetable Fritters
Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes
The simplest side dish and honestly one of my most-used recipes in spring. Asparagus and potatoes on one sheet pan, roasted until golden and tender and that’s really it. It goes with just about everything and requires almost no effort, which is exactly what I need when I’m already thinking about the main. Full recipe: Roasted Asparagus and Potatoes
