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Get ready to discover delicious, easy fresh spring recipes that will make the season so much better. These recipes are perfect for when the weather gets a little warmer and you start to crave lighter foods. However, just because you want something a little less heavy doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice flavor. All of these springtime recipes are quick and easy to make so you can be in and out of the kitchen in no time. Make your way through this list, and your spring meals will be simply incredible all season long!
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.
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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!
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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.
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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! It is a tasty fresh spring recipe to add to your menu rotation.
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Olive Garden Chicken Scampi
Skip the overpriced restaurant version, and make this Olive Garden copycat chicken scampi instead! Full of vibrant veggies, juicy chicken, and tender pasta, it’s hearty, refreshing, and a great fresh spring recipe to add to the mix.
Go to the recipe: Olive Garden Chicken Scampi
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 creamy sauce. This may become your family’s favorite fresh spring recipe!
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Baked Lemon Chicken Thighs & Potatoes
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.
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Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken
Creamy Lemon Garlic Chicken Chicken Pasta is a delicious comfort dish that never disappoints! The bright lemon flavors are perfect for spring.
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Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
This is the best spring breakfast recipe ever. The ricotta cheese makes these lemony pancakes tangy and rich and creates an incredibly soft texture. Your family will be begging for this homemade breakfast recipe all season long!
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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!
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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.
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Ham and Swiss Sliders
These ham and cheese sliders are the perfect summertime party recipe! Made with sweet Hawaiian bread, thinly sliced ham, and baby Swiss cheese, this 25-minute baked ham and Swiss cheese sliders recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Ricotta Stuffed Shells
This classic ricotta stuffed shells recipe is the best kind of comfort food! Jumbo pasta shells are filled with three kinds of cheese and smothered in marinara and even more cheese for a dinner your whole family will devour!
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Pesto Salmon
Pesto salmon is an easy, healthy dinner that’s just as perfect for a date night as it is for a weeknight meal! Tender, flaky salmon is paired with herbaceous pesto and Parmesan breadcrumbs for a dinner packed with flavor.
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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!
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Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Lemony crinkle cookies are the perfect springtime dessert. Made with boxed cake mix, they come together quickly and disappear just as fast!
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Vegetable Casserole
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.
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Tortellini Pasta Salad
Good warm or cold, this pasta salad is amazing no matter how you serve it. The tri-colored tortellini is just as pretty as it is delicious.
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Italian Pasta Salad
Italian pasta salad is loaded with flavorful ingredients, tossed in a tangy dressing, and it’s a cinch to make! It’s a favorite for cookouts, potlucks, and weekday lunches!
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One Skillet Pasta Primavera with Meatballs
Fresh veggies and hearty meatballs make the perfect pasta dinner for spring! Use any shape noodles and different veggies to switch up the recipe daily.
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Italian Wedding Soup
Italian wedding soup is a nice, fresh spring soup recipe that is perfect for those still chilly nights. A classic recipe it’s packed full of protein, veggies, and flavor!
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Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake
Strawberries come into season during the spring, making strawberry recipes a no-brainer! This easy strawberry crunch cake is one of my go-to recipes because it’s simple but oh-so-tasty.
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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.
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Roasted Asparagus
Roasted asparagus is the best way to enjoy fresh spring asparagus! With Parmesan, lemon, and cracked black pepper, this is going to be your go-to asparagus recipe.
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