Fresh 24 Spring Recipes to Refresh your Meal Plan

Looking for some fresh inspiration to mix up your meal plan? Spring is the perfect season to experiment with new recipes and flavors. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or new to the kitchen, this collection of 24 recipes...

May 1, 2024 - 21:05

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Fresh 24 Spring Recipes to Refresh your Meal Plan

Looking for some fresh inspiration to mix up your meal plan? Spring is the perfect season to experiment with new recipes and flavors. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or new to the kitchen, this collection of 24 recipes is sure to get your taste buds excited. From light and refreshing salads to hearty mains and sweet treats, there’s something here for everyone. So let’s dive in and discover some delicious new dishes!

Sheet Pan Fajita Veggies

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With this simple and convenient recipe, you can easily make fajita veggies that are bursting with flavor. Just bake a variety of vegetables in the oven on a sheet pan, and in no time you’ll have delicious and healthy fajita ingredients.

Recipe: fajitas veggies

Blueberry Muffins

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These moist, fluffy, and easy-to-make blueberry muffins are packed with fresh, juicy blueberries and a hint of vanilla, then topped with cane sugar for an extra sweet crunch. Inspired by the popular Jordan Marsh blueberry muffin recipe, this sweet treat will surely put a smile on your face, whether you have them for breakfast, a snack, or a post-meal dessert!

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Recipe: blueberry muffins

Copycat IKEA Veggie Balls

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If you don’t have an Ikea nearby, try our copycat Ikea veggie balls recipe. We added eight different vegetables, the same as in the original, with a tasty mix of spices and herbs to get the flavors just right.

Recipe: ikea veggie balls

Chocolate Raspberry Tart

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Silky & rich chocolate ganache meets wonderful raspberry mousse in this Mini Chocolate Raspberry tart recipe! Chocolate and raspberry are match-made in heaven, and in my recipe, you will find both sweet and tangy flavors utilizing these two ingredients.

Get the recipe: chocolate raspberry tart

Indian Aloo Broccoli

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Indian Aloo Broccoli is a flavorful and nutritious dish that combines the earthiness of potatoes with the vibrant green goodness of broccoli, seasoned with aromatic Indian spices. The combination of tender potatoes, crunchy broccoli, and a blend of spices creates a delightful and satisfying side dish or even a standalone meal.

Recipe: indian aloo broccoli

Escarole Soup

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For a light and delicious soup that you can whip up and have ready in just 20 minutes, escarole soup does the trick! This one-pot soup is simple to make and does not require any complicated equipment or recipes. It is both flavorful and filling, creating a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner table!

Recipe here: escarole soup

Cold Cucumber Soup

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This light and refreshing cold cucumber soup is the perfect answer to a hot summer day. With fresh cucumber as its star ingredient alongside avocado, garlic, and flavorful herbs, it is a nutritious choice for any meal. It is also easy to make and ready in just 15 minutes!

Recipe: cold cucumber soup

Skillet Breakfast Potatoes

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Ready in just 30 minutes, these crispy, spicy skillet breakfast potatoes are the perfect dish to add to your dining table. This simple recipe uses fork-tender potatoes and a variety of veggies and spices to create a flavorful, filling, and nutritious breakfast or brunch dish. Saying no to a second serving will be difficult!

Recipe: Skillet Breakfast Potatoes

Cauliflower Au Gratin

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This Cauliflower Au Gratin, also known as a Cauliflower Bake, is a delightful and satisfying dish that brings together the wholesome flavors of cauliflower and creamy gratin goodness. It’s an easy comfort food recipe that has quickly become one of the favorites in my house. It’s creamy, cheesy, and such a delicious side dish for holidays as well as for Sunday night dinner.

Recipe: cauliflower au gratin

Breakfast Pizza with Hash Brown Crust

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This easy and tasty breakfast pizza with hash brown crust proves that pizza is just as great in the morning as in the afternoon and evening! Made with a flavorful, crunchy potato crust and topped with a zesty tomato sauce, cheese, and plenty of veggies and herbs, this breakfast dish is just as nutritious as it is delicious.

Recipe: breakfast pizza

Vegetable Gyros

Several pita pocket on a white serving tray stuffed with crispy brown shredded oyster mushroom, tomato and cucumber slices andwhite-green tzaztziki sauce

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These gyros made with shredded oyster mushrooms have the perfect texture and taste, making them the best option for a filling meal. The crispy gyro meat pairs well with fresh vegetables and homemade tzatziki sauce, all wrapped up in a pita pocket.

Recipe: gyros

Pan-fried Green Herb Oyster Mushroom

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If you are looking for THE oyster mushroom recipe you can serve as a side dish, this will surely be your favorite. Green herbs like thyme and parsley with a smidgen of chili peppers and a splash of lemon juice will bring out the natural mushroom flavor that can accompany any main course.

Recipe: pan fried oyster mushroom

Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Pasta Bake

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Cauliflower Mac and Cheese Pasta Bake is a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, combining the creamy, cheesy goodness of traditional mac and cheese with the added nutrition and subtle flavor of roasted cauliflower. The cauliflower adds a delicious depth to the dish, creating a satisfying and wholesome meal that will please both kids and adults alike.

Recipe: cauliflower mac and cheese

Strawberry Cheesecake

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No bake Strawberry Cheesecake with Graham cracker crust is one of the most popular desserts all around the world and no wonder why! It is phenomenal as the silky ultra-creamy cheese filling meets the fruity strawberry compote in the crunchy, sweet Graham cracker crust. This is an absolutely no-fuss Strawberry cheesecake recipe, no baking involved, no issue around the water bath, you do not even have to turn the oven on.

Recipe: no bake strawberry cheesecake

Risotto with Mushrooms

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How to make risotto for two? It is easier than you think. All you need is 6 ingredients and about 30 minutes to cook a delicious creamy risotto. It will look fancy and impressive even if it was effortless and uncomplicated.

Recipe: mushroom risotto

Authentic Lecsó (Hungarian Pepper Stew)

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Lecsó is sort of the Hungarian version of the French ratatouille. It is a super easy tomato and pepper stew you can stir up in one pot within 30 minutes. If you would like to eat Lecsó exactly how Hungarians eat it, you should try this recipe.

Recipe: lecso

The Easiest Cream of Spinach Soup

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This spinach soup is a creamy and delicious way to enjoy your greens. The secret ingredient, potatoes, make this soup a wholesome and satisfying meal for any occasion.

Recipe: cream of spinach soup

Crispy Oyster Mushroom Tacos

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Looking for a meatless taco alternative? Look no further than this Oyster Mushroom Tacos recipe. These mushrooms have a meat-like texture and are packed with flavor, making them the perfect substitute for meat strips.

Recipe: mushroom tacos

Lemon Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes

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These Lemon Blueberry Sheet Pan Pancakes just might become your new go-to breakfast or brunch dish when you have a crowd to feed.

Find All Recipes here: sheet pan recipe

Shawarma Buddha Bowl

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The Shawarma Buddha Bowl with cauliflower offers a delicious and healthy twist on the traditional Middle Eastern dish. The roasted cauliflower adds a flavorful and satisfying element to the bowl, complementing the vibrant assortment of vegetables and grains.

Recipe: shawarma buddha bowl

Portobello Mushroom Burger

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This portobello mushroom burger is piquant and scrumptious at the same time. Grilled portobello mushroom caps are seasoned with a fajita spice mix, then layered among guacamole, salsa, nacho cheese sauce, and spicy fajita veggies.

Recipe: portobello mushroom burger

Cheezy Spicy Spinach Dip

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This spinach dip is a creamy and flavorful dip that is perfect for any occasion. Made with whole food ingredients like veggies and spinach leaves, it’s a healthier alternative to traditional cheesy dips.

Recipe: spinach dip

Quinoa Salad with Berries and Nuts

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This refreshing berry and nuts quinoa salad is a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. Packed with protein from quinoa and nuts, and topped with fresh summer berries, it’s a delicious and nutritious dish for any occasion.

Recipe: quinoa salad

Strawberries & Cream No Bake Cookies

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Indulge in the delightful combination of strawberries and cream with these irresistible no-bake cookies. These delectable treats are a perfect blend of creamy goodness and sweet strawberry flavor, all without the need for baking, making them a quick and easy treat to satisfy your cravings.

Recipe: strawberries cream cookies