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I am sharing 30+ easy spring recipes that will make the season bright, bold, and irresistibly delicious. From tasty salads to perfect spring dinner ideas, you will find plenty of seasonal recipes to choose from!

You should also check out my Spring Salad Recipes and my Spring Cakes for even more seasonal flavor.

Why you’ll love these easy fresh spring recipes!

I am always so happy when the weather starts to get warmer and spring begins to appear. No more snow! No more cold! Just beautiful spring days that make my heart happy.

I especially love all of the fresh spring produce that starts to pop up in my local grocery store. From tender baby lettuce and sweet snap peas to spring asparagus and savory ham, it is the season when everything starts to come alive again.

So, I wanted to share a few of my favorite spring recipes that really highlight the flavors of the season. From Easter-ready dinners to easy weeknight meals, you are sure to find new, delicious spring food you’ll love!

Here’s what you will find:

  • Light, fresh recipes made with seasonal ingredients like asparagus, peas, and lemon for bright, spring-ready flavor.
  • A mix of easy meals, sides, and desserts so you can find something for any occasion or time of day.
  • Simple, family-friendly recipes that are both delicious, seasonal, and effortless to make.

Best Recipes for Spring

Get ready to discover some delicious, easy spring recipes that will make the season so much better. You will fall in love with spring cooking all over again!

1. Cheesy Asparagus Casserole

Asparagus casserole is a fantastic way to enjoy the flavor of fresh spring asparagus. This casserole is nice and easy to make. Plus, the cheesy sauce is irresistible!

A spoon lifting a bite of cheesy asparagus casserole from a baking dish.
Asparagus Casserole
This creamy, cheesy asparagus casserole is the best way to use fresh springtime asparagus! You’ll love it as an Easter side dish, but it’s just as good for a Sunday dinner.
Cheesy Asparagus Casserole

2. Ham and Bean Soup

This is a fantastic spring soup that isn’t too heavy but still hearty enough to be a complete meal. Make it using leftover Easter ham, and be sure to double the recipe as you will want extra for the next day!

A bowl of ham & bean soup.
Ham & Bean Soup
Ham & Bean Soup is a classic soup recipe that’s hearty, satisfying, and full of flavor. It’s so easy to make and freezes beautifully, meaning it's perfect for meal prep!
Ham & Bean Soup

3. Ham Casserole

This is a delicious spring casserole that is perfect for serving on Easter or on a spring weeknight. It is easy to make but full of sweet and salty flavors.

Leftover ham casserole in a baking dish.
Leftover Ham Casserole
Leftover ham casserole is the ultimate comfort food and is great for an easy weeknight dinner. Tasty noodles combine with leftover ham and a creamy sauce to create the perfect cheesy, savory bite.
Leftover Ham Casserole

4. One Pan Salmon Bake

Salmon is a great spring meal. It is nice and light and also easy to make. I love this one pan salmon made with fresh asparagus, which is bursting with spring flavors.

baked salmon dinner recipe
One-Pan Baked Salmon and Asparagus
One-Pan Baked Salmon & Asparagus is an easy and healthy 30-minute meal with amazing flavor – perfect for an easy summer dinner idea!
One Pan Baked Salmon and Asparagus

5. Olive Garden Chicken Scampi

Chicken scampi is a great spring dinner idea. I love this Olive Garden copycat recipe that has lots of veggies plus perfectly cooked chicken.

A bowl of copycat Olive Garden chicken scampi.
Olive Garden Chicken Scampi
This copycat Olive Garden Chicken Scampi tastes just as good, if not better than the real deal! It's easy to make at home for a fraction of the cost!
Olive Garden Chicken Scampi

6. Ham Tetrazzini

Tetrazzini is a great dish to make in the spring. The baked pasta has an amazing flavor thanks to the sweet ham and easy sauce that is in every bite. This may become your family’s favorite spring dinner!

Overhead view of ham tetrazzini in baking dish with wooden spoon
Ham Tetrazzini
This Ham Tetrazzini is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for leftover ham! Spaghetti is baked with ham and veggies in a savory cream sauce.
Ham Tetrazzini

7. Bright Spring Salad Recipe

This spring salad is full of fresh spring vegetables and tender lettuce. I especially love the basil, garlic, and mint dressing.

Bright Spring Salad
I'll be making this spring salad recipe all season long! Simple, bright, and delicious, it's the perfect way to showcase the season's best produce.
Bright Spring Salad

8. Baked Lemon Chicken Thighs

The bright lemon flavor of these chicken thighs is perfect for the spring. Adding potatoes to the dish makes it extra hearty and a great one-dish meal.

1 skillet baked chicken thighs
Baked Lemon Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
This Baked Lemon Chicken Thighs and Potatoes Recipe is easy to prepare and comes together quickly. Simply add the chicken thighs, potatoes, lemon, and garlic into the skillet and bake!
Baked Lemon Chicken and Potatoes

9. Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta

I love lemon garlic pasta in the spring. It is the perfect dish to transition from warm winter flavors to bright bold summer tastes.

lemon garlic pasta
Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Chicken Pasta is a delicious comfort dish that never disappoints! 
Creamy Lemon Garlic Pasta

10. Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

This is the best spring breakfast recipe ever. The lemony pancakes are so flavorful and soft thanks to the ricotta cheese. Your family will be begging for this homemade breakfast recipe all season long!

Lemon-Ricotta Pancakes
These lemon-ricotta pancakes are full of bright lemon flavor thanks to the addition of lemon juice and zest. You’ll love the light, fluffy texture too!
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

11. Pasta Primavera

Pasta primavera is a fantastic spring dinner that is easy, healthy, and oh-so tasty. I love this quick spring recipe that highlights all the flavors of the season.

pasta primavera with tomatoes and greens
Pasta Primavera
Pasta Primavera-this classic pasta dish is made with a mixture of colorful vegetables and a simple lemon Parmesan cream sauce. It is the perfect pasta recipe for spring and summer!
Pasta Primavera

12. Roasted Asparagus

This easy spring side dish is one you can make again and again. Serve it with chicken, fish, or beef! Asparagus goes with pretty much everything.

Roasted Asparagus
Crispy oven roasted asparagus with Parmesan — quick, simple spring side dish ready in 20 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holidays!
Roasted Asparagus

13. Lemon Blueberry Bars

I love these lemony, blueberry bars for dessert or for a spring breakfast. Blueberries are one of the first fruits to pop up right before summer starts, and I just can’t get enough of them!

Lemon Blueberry Bars
These Lemon Blueberry Bars give traditional lemon bars an upgrade by adding plump, juicy blueberries. They’re the perfect treat for a picnic or backyard barbecue!
Lemon Blueberry Bars

14. Chicken and Rice Casserole

Make this easy spring dinner and you are sure to make your whole family happy. The creamy rice is delicious with the soft tender chicken. Such a great dinner for spring that is simple and flavorful.

Cheesy chicken and rice casserole with a wooden spoon taking a scoop.
Chicken and Rice Casserole
This cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole recipe has it all! Tender rotisserie chicken, rice, and broccoli are combined with a creamy, cheesy sauce and finished with a buttery cracker topping. It's family-friendly for a weeknight dinner, but perfect for a potluck, too.
Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole

15. Ham and Swiss Sliders

Easy spring dinner sandwiches are the best. I make these sandwiches all the time with leftover Easter ham, but they are totally worth making a whole ham during the week just so you can have them all week long.

Stack of 3 ham and swiss sliders.
Ham and Swiss Sliders
These ham and Swiss sliders are baked on sweet Hawaiian rolls with melty cheese and a buttery Dijon topping. Ready in 25 minutes!
Ham and Swiss Sliders

16. Ricotta Stuffed Shells

Tender pasta shells are filled with soft ricotta cheese which makes for the perfect meal. You will adore this is a great dinner to serve a crowd.

Stuffed Shells
This classic stuffed shells recipe is always a hit! Jumbo pasta shells are filled with 3 different types of cheese and topped with marinara.
Classic Ricotta Stuffed Shells

17. Pesto Salmon

My incredible pesto salmon is a flawless dinner for spring. Pesto has such an intense, fresh flavor that everyone will adore. It pairs perfectly with tender salmon and makes for an incredible, restaurant-worthy meal.

Pesto crusted salmon on a plate with roasted tomatoes.
Pesto Salmon
Pesto salmon is an easy, healthy dinner that’s just as perfect for a date night in as it is for a weeknight meal! Tender, flaky salmon is paired with herbaceous pesto and Parmesan breadcrumbs for a dinner packed with flavor.
Baked Pesto Salmon

18. Corn Pasta

This is one recipe you must try this spring! It is a unique and exciting pasta recipe that has vegetables in every bite.

A bowl of corn pasta.
Corn Pasta
Tender, fresh corn kernels and pasta are folded into a Parmesan-flecked sauce, then topped with smoky bacon and savory chives to make this delicious, creamy corn pasta. You'll want to eat it all summer long!
Creamy Corn Pasta

19. Lemon Crinkle Cookies

Lemony crinkle cookies are the perfect springtime dessert. These easy cookies will quickly disappear.

Three cake mix lemon cookies are stacked on top of each other on a white plate.
Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Just five simple ingredients are all you'll need to make these Lemon Crinkle Cookies! Using a boxed cake mix, this lemon cookie recipe rocks!
Lemon Crinkle Cookies

20. Vegetable Casserole

Put all of your fresh spring veggies in this casserole, and you will be amazed by the flavor. Try switching up the veggies each time to keep every meal exciting.

Vegetable Casserole
This vegetable casserole is a versatile side dish that works for a weeknight dinner or a holiday meal! Rice and mixed veggies are baked in an irresistibly creamy sauce and topped with cheese and buttery cracker crumbs. 
Cheesy Vegetable Casserole

21. Easy Vegetable Lasagna Recipe with White Sauce

This unique lasagna recipe si creamy, cheesy, and comforting yet loaded with veggies to fill you up without leaving you feeling too heavy!

A dish of vegetable lasagna with a square missing.
Easy Vegetable Lasagna Recipe with White Sauce
This easy Vegetable Lasagna Recipe combines lasagna noodles, fresh veggies, and a creamy, cheesy sauce for a rich comfort food full of nutrients!
Easy Vegetable Lasagna Recipe with White Sauce

22. Tortellini Pasta Salad

Good warm or cold, this pasta salad is amazing no matter how you serve it. I love the tri-colored tortellini which is pretty and delicious.

A bowl of tortellini pasta salad with a wooden spoon on the side.
Tortellini Pasta Salad
My simple tortellini pasta salad is packed with fresh vegetables, salty cheese, and tender cooked pasta. The homemade red wine vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.
Tortellini Pasta Salad

23. Italian Pasta Salad

Italian dressing makes this pasta salad have a bright and bold flavor. I love this easy springtime meal that is fantastic as leftovers.

Italian Pasta Salad
Italian pasta salad is loaded with flavorful ingredients, tossed in a tangy dressing, and a cinch to make!
Italian Pasta Salad

24. One Skillet Pasta Primavera with Meatballs

Italian dressing makes this pasta salad have a bright and bold flavor. I love this easy springtime meal that is fantastic as leftovers.

One Skillet Pasta Primavera with Meatballs One Skillet Pasta Primavera with Meatballs

25. Italian Wedding Soup

Italian wedding soup is a nice, light spring soup recipe that is perfect for a chilly spring night. The beautiful broth is tasty and easy to put together.

A bowl of Italian wedding soup with a second bowl and bread in the background.
Italian Wedding Soup
Italian Wedding Soup is a classic soup recipe perfect for a chilly day. With chicken meatballs, pasta, and loads of veggies, it's hearty, satisfying, and packed with flavor!
Italian Wedding Soup

26. Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

Strawberries are in season in the spring which makes strawberry desserts a perfect idea. This easy strawberry crunch cake is one of my go-to spring dessert recipes. It is simple and oh-so-tasty.

A slice of strawberry crunch poke cake on a plate.
Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake Recipe
This pretty in pink Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake is a gorgeous spring dessert that's luscious with strawberries and topped with fluffy Cool Whip frosting and crunchy Golden Oreos.
Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake

27. Sausage Croissant Breakfast Casserole

If you need an easy spring breakfast recipe, this is it! This casserole will feed a crowd and is sure to make everyone ask for seconds. The soft, buttery croissants and savory sausage are a great combination.

Sausage Croissant Breakfast Casserole
This easy sausage croissant breakfast casserole is the perfect make ahead meal. The flakey croissants, hearty sausages, and delicious cheese are a winning combination.
Sausage Croissant Breakfast Casserole

28. Ramen Noodle Salad

Ramen noodle salad is a fun new recipe you must try this spring. It is a little crunchy, a little salty, and has a whole lot of flavor.

A bowl of Ramen noodle salad.
Ramen Noodle Salad Recipe
This Asian-inspired ramen noodle salad is sweet and tangy, but the best part is the fantastic crunchy texture. Perfect for a potluck!
Ramen Noodle Pasta Salad

29. Easy Strawberry Muffins

Made with simple ingredients, these easy strawberry muffins are the perfect make-ahead recipe for breakfasts, snacks, and desserts!

A plate with easy strawberry muffins.
Easy Strawberry Muffins
These Easy Strawberry Muffins combine fresh strawberries with vanilla muffin batter and a sprinkled sugar topping for pretty dessert muffins!
Easy Strawberry Muffins

30. Cucumber Tomato Salad

Prepare this crisp salad in minutes for a fresh recipe that pairs well with all your favorite main courses. Made with cucumbers and tomatoes, it’s great for the end of spring and can carry you through summer, too!

A bowl of cucumber and tomato salad.
Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe
Crunchy, fresh Cucumber Tomato Salad is always a hit! It takes just minutes to toss together, and the dressing is made in the same bowl you'll use for the salad, saving even more on time and clean-up!
Cucumber Tomato Salad

31. Homemade Antipasto Salad

This antipasto salad is filled with bright veggies, loaded with cured meats, and flowing with cheese. Perfect for spring and summer, it’s truly is the best addition to any meal!

Italian Antipasto Salad
This Italian antipasto salad is loaded with cured meats, cheese and veggies tossed in zippy dressing. An easy chopped salad perfect for parties!
Antipasto Salad

Spring Recipes FAQs

What vegetables are in season in the spring?

Spring brings fresh veggies like asparagus, peas, radishes, spinach, and carrots into season. You’ll also start to see things like lettuce, green onions, and artichokes at their best.

What makes a recipe good for spring dinner?

A good spring dinner recipe is light, fresh, and full of seasonal ingredients like crisp vegetables, herbs, and bright flavors. It should be satisfying and filling without being too heavy, making it perfect for warmer days.

What foods are popular in the spring?

Spring foods are all about fresh, light flavors and seasonal ingredients. Popular choices include asparagus, peas, spinach, strawberries, radishes, carrots, and herbs like mint and dill, along with dishes that feature lemon, salads, lighter pastas, and simple grilled or roasted meats.

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