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These spring dinner recipes are light, fresh, and easy to make. My roundup of simple recipes that are full of flavor, made with seasonal veggies, and lots of protein to keep you full and satisfied.
If you are looking for recipes to make around springtime, when the weather starts to warm, you have come to the right place. As the weather gets warmer, I start craving light, fresh meals and use lots of herbs, and add fresh veggies when I can. These recipes are the kinds of meals I make when I want a quick, healthy, and family-friendly dinner that my whole family will enjoy.
Notes & Tips
- Use seasonal ingredients: When spring comes around, try using asparagus, spinach, peas, and fresh herbs, which will keep your dishes nutritious and wholesome.
- Try not to overcook your vegetables: I like to keep fresh veggies a bit on the crispy side because they tend to be more flavorful.
- Keep it simple: For spring, ditch the heavy sauces and focus on ingredients like lemon and fresh herbs.
- Prep ahead when you can: Prepping ahead makes life easier for me. I like to chop veggies the day before if possible, and I also marinates my proteins the night before.
My Top Spring Dinner Recipes
I wanted to share a few of my go-to spring dinners that are easy, fresh, and always a hit with my kids.
Garlic Chicken Breast With Asparagus
Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Baked Honey Mustard Salmon
Greek Chicken Bowl
Grilled Spring Dinners
I feel like grilling shouldn’t be just for summertime. There are days in the spring when the weather is perfect for grilling. You will love these options.
Grilled Pineapple Shrimp Skewers
Grilled Chimichurri Chicken
Grilled Chicken Kafta
Cilantro Lime Grilled Salmon
Spring Meals In A Skillet
Most times, I just want something light that’s not too heavy, and the recipes below will be perfect for those nights. They are filling without being heavy.
Lemon Chicken Orzo
Creamy Spinach Parmesan Chicken Skillet
Lemon Garlic Baked Cod
Creamy Baked Pesto Chicken
Comforting Spring Salads
I love salads, and they can be just the right meal for a light dinner. Why not? I don’t think there is a rule that dinners shouldn’t be salads.
Strawberry Chicken Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Shrimp Avocado Salad
Grilled Peach Salad
Chicken Caesar Pasta Salad
Common Questions
Some ingredients common in springtime include asparagus, peas, spinach, carrots, radishes, strawberries, and fresh herbs.
I feel like you do not have to be selective here. Some of my favorite protein options for spring are chicken, shrimp, salmon, and plant-based proteins, like tofu, which are great to serve for spring dinners.
Absolutely. Why not? Most spring dinners work great for meal prepping. Many of my recipes can be made ahead and stored for a few days, making them perfect for meal prepping any time of year.
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