15 Spring Meals You’ll Devour in Minutes

Spring meals are the kind of recipes where you keep coming back to them when you’re needing something that just makes your body feel good.

They’re light and fresh dishes that are still packed with a ton of flavor. Also, they’re not super heavy, which means they become those fallback dinners to grab for when you’ve been eating a little too much comfort food.

And if you’ve been craving some savory flavor-packed spring recipes, then add a few of these spring dishes to your meal plan this week and see which ones become instant repeats.

Side Note: I did add a few cozy spring dinner ideas to this list as well just in case the weather isn’t quite warm yet, and you’re still cravings something more comforting.

1. Creamy Pesto Chicken With Roasted Tomatoes

This is one I personally suggest; it’s one of my favorite spring menu ideas! It has this wonderful springy herby component with savory satisfying chicken, and roasted cherry tomatoes (which was definitely the move 👌).

The flavor combination is incredible, and when you top it with just a bit of cheese, it becomes this super tasty restaurant-quality dish. It’s a colorful dinner that you’ll definitely wanna make.

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2. Spring Salmon with Creamed Leeks, Potatoes, and Asparagus

I’m not a big fan of salmon, but I also trust Pinch of Yum. Her recipes are on point, and the way she combines the ingredients looks incredible.

It’s creamy, garlicky, and the perfect spring food for when you wanna feel like you’re eating at a restaurant.

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3. Balsamic Grilled Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese

This feels like the kind of spring meal you make when you wanna pack a TON of tasty but healthy ingredients into one bowl. It also looks like the kind of vibrant salad you’d get at some pretty cafe in downtown, so maybe a good option if you’re entertaining and want to impress? 🤷‍♀️

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4. Garlic Cream Bucatini with Peas and Asparagus

If you’ve never had bucatini, then now is your chance. It’s like spaghetti because of the shape, but also like macaroni because it’s a tube which means the sauce is gonna get inside and make for more flavorful bites.

And with buttery, garlicky, lemony goodness being paired with a crunchy, savory topping, I don’t know how you could skip this. It’s a delicious spring recipe that’s perfect for the longer, brighter days.

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5. Apple Salad With Candied Walnuts

I’m a big fan of candied walnuts, and when you pair it with bacon, feta, avocado, and a creamy poppy seed dressing, it kind of becomes the perfect go-to for a healthy spring dinner. You get those healthy ingredients with just a bit of indulgence thrown in.

Also, this might be the perfect dish to entertain with this spring; it’s colorful and full of flavor.

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6. Baked Coconut Shrimp With Springy Rice and Honey Butter Sauce

If you skip this spring recipe, then I don’t even know what to think about you. Like how do you not even just consider this crispy, crunchy, savory, zesty, dish with fluffy rice and seafood?

But in all seriousness, this might just become the most popular spring recipe in your home and be instantly added to your recipe collection.

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7. One Pan Basil and Tomato Pasta

I’m all about light flavorful pasta dishes on warmer spring days (and other times of the year too).

There’s just something so satisfying about carby pasta (which I’m also craving) being paired with fresh veggies, springtime herbs, and burrata cheese. Also, the red and yellow cherry tomatoes are such a nice way to add more color to your meals!

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8. Brisket Sliders

Ok, so this one might not be SUPER healthy, but this is basically the perfect recipe to make for a warm spring day when you’re having guest over. You know, those days when summer is almost here and you’re starting the outdoor entertaining just a bit early.

It’s bright, flavorful, and looks pretty fun to eat!

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9. Salmon with Basil Sauce and Tomato Salad

This is for those nights when you’re either alone or you wanna make something special for you and your spouse.

I mean, this spring dinner recipe sounds and looks like something that’d come out of a nice restaurant, which means you’re either impressing your partner or just yourself (and both are equally valid).

Also, it’s just a nice quick and cozy spring meal to enjoy during the change of seasons!

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10. Dutch Oven Chicken and Potatoes

This is the kind of yummy spring recipe you make for when you wanna have a feel good dinner.

I think I could see myself putting this in the oven on an early Sunday morning just so I could pull it out around noon and enjoy. Oh, and I bet the smells would fill up the home nicely.

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11. Honey Glazed Pork Chops

If you get the right cut, pork chops are always gonna make for an incredible meal. And especially when they’re paired with a sweet, garlicky, tangy sauce!

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12. Lemon Asparagus Pasta

I don’t know about you, but I only like asparagus when it’s just the heads. They’re not stringy and taste better in my opinion. So a creamy pasta dish with just the asparagus tops honestly doesn’t sound too bad.

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13. Spring Salad With Chicken and Lemon Dressing

Whether you’re having friends over for a spring gathering, or you’re making something for your family, this needs to be on your list. Yes, it’s pretty, but it’s also one of those tasty, healthy meals you make, eat, and then feel incredible afterwards.

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14. Greek Lamb Chops

When I hear Greek lamb chops, I think of something vernal, flavorful, and perfect for a quick dinner. And with a 5 minute prep time, I’d say this spring dinner idea is worth trying on one of those extra warm spring days!

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15. Lemon Chicken Pasta

If you’re craving pasta but you don’t want a heavy sauce, then this is the one to try this spring. It has plenty of protein, spring produce, fresh herbs, and a garlicky zesty flavor.

Perfect for a light(ish) seasonal dinner!

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