Spring has sprung, which often means we want to start changing what we cook in the kitchen. There will be seasonal produce to make the most of and a chance to eat outside and host friends or family. So, I wanted to share some of the best Spring recipes to consider.
Spring Starters and Appetisers
Let’s start with some of the best spring starters and appetisers. These are often light and easy to make and I have found a couple of recipes that you are going to want to try.
Green Onion Dip
If you have lots of green onions in your garden or have a few leftovers from other recipes then you can make this creamy green onion dip. It’s delicious with chips or fresh-cut veggies for an easy appetiser.
Wild Garlic Soup
Wild Garlic is in season at this time of the year and you can go foraging for it yourself. You need to stick to woodland areas and head to near streams or water. Avoid picking wild garlic straight from a path as you run the risk of animals having been near it. But head to uncrowded spots and you will smell it in the air when you are close. This wild garlic soup really heroes this ingredient. Wild garlic can be used in other ways too such as pesto or pasta dishes. Yummy.
Rainbow salad with Chinese-inspired dressing
This scrumptious rainbow salad with a Chinese-inspired dressing will literally have you eating the rainbow! No less than 12 fruits and veggies in all their glorious textures and colours. This colourful salad is perfectly balanced with sweet vs savoury, crunchy and crisp vs soft and creamy.
Spring Main Dishes
When it comes to main dishes we want light and refreshing filling meals and I have found a great selection for you to try this Spring.
Green Pasta Sauce
This vibrant green pasta is fresh and perfect for spring! The bonus is that it contains 3 hidden vegetables making this the perfect quick and easy dinner for the whole family. It is full of flavour and you can add to it using fish, meat or other vegetables you may have in your fridge.
Pea and Asparagus Risotto with Burrata
Asparagus is a seasonal vegetable and at this time of year, it is a great option to use. This Instant Pot pea asparagus risotto is the perfect recipe for spring. You can top it with some creamy burrata and some lemon zest for a bright and light dinner the whole family will love. Using the instant pot means you will have a meal ready in minutes. Super easy when you have been enjoying the good weather.
Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
You can’t go wrong with seafood and prawns are a great option to consider at this time of year. This is a rich creamy sauce that coasts the prawns and the pasta. You can add other vegetables to it as well. Broccoli would work great.
Spicy Salmon Rice Bowl
Sometimes you want simplicity but a bowl of food delivers on flavour and this spicy salmon bowl is all of that and more. This dish is ready in less than 30 minutes, has sweet and spicy flavours, and is an ideal option that the whole family will love.
Spring Desserts
Spring often means entertaining more and you might be serving up a few more desserts than usual. So here are some of the best spring options to consider.
Easy 2 Ingredient Fruit Dip
This 2-Ingredient Fruit Dip recipe is a classic and easy recipe for any fruit tray or charcuterie board. Perfect for parties of all kinds, picnics, and snacking. You are going to love it and it is an easy way to encourage your kids to try new things.
Easy Mango Mousse
This creamy mango mousse can be made with fresh mangoes, frozen mango chunks or mango pulp from a tin. It’s ideal as a light, refreshing dessert during spring and summer. So, treat yourself to this elegant little number and experience the magic of mango in every bite!
Easy Strawberry Charlotte Cake with Fresh Strawberries
This strawberry Charlotte cake is an easy, light and creamy dessert! This simple recipe doesn’t have any eggs or gelatin in it but instead, it uses fresh strawberries, cream and ladyfingers! It’s a delicious, no-bake, show-stopping dessert that is sure to wow any crowd. Plus strawberries are in season during the spring and summer months so it is great to showcase such a tasty ingredient. Everyone loves a strawberry.
Rhubarb Custard Pie
Rhubarb is in season during the spring and summer months, so this Rhubarb custard pie is something that you have to try. This is an old-fashioned pie but has bags of flavour. A creamy delicious custard with the tart rhubarb is a match made in heaven. Perfect for spring and summer get-togethers.
Spring Snacks
Gluten Free Italian Lemon Cookies
These gluten-free Italian lemon cookies are the perfect sweet treat for spring and summer! A soft baked lemon cookie is topped with a zesty lemon glaze. They are made in 30 minutes with minimal ingredients and taste super fresh. You can also get creative with the cookie dough so it is a great option to have in the back of your mind for when you have kids’ playdates or friends over.
Strawberry Sugar Cookies
These Strawberry Sugar Cookies are soft and chewy eggless pink sugar cookies that are made with real strawberries! Perfect to make the most of seasonal produce. They’re soft and chewy in the middle and crunchy on the edges; the perfect combination. Best yet, they’re also gluten-free, nut-free and easily vegan. Unlike many eggless cookies that go stale very quickly, these beauties stay soft for days.
I hope this has given you plenty of inspiration for some of the best spring recipes to try.
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