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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    29 Spring Recipes That Are a Breeze to Prepare

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 9, 2025, updated March 21, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Spring is the perfect time to enjoy fresh ingredients and lighter meals. With these 29 easy recipes, you can whip up delicious dishes that celebrate the season without spending hours in the kitchen. From vibrant salads to quick pasta dishes, these ideas will help you make the most of spring's bounty.

    Lemon Pepper Salmon

    Baked lemon pepper salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salmon dish is incredibly simple, using just three ingredients. It's perfect for a quick and easy dinner in the spring.

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    Baked Halloumi with Ratatouille

    Halloumi and ratatouille in a bowl.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    This simple one-pot meal is perfect for busy spring evenings. It's quick to prepare and will quickly become a favorite in your dinner lineup.

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    Instant Pot Pulled Pork Burgers

    Instant Pot Pulled Pork Burger Recipe
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This recipe uses a pressure cooker to make pork shoulder that’s super tender in just over an hour with very little prep work. You’ll have a filling meal that everyone enjoys while you take care of other things for 45 minutes.

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    Grilled Fish Tacos with Mango Salsa

    Fish tacos.
    Photo credit: Sweet Tea and Thyme.

    Grilled flaky white fish paired with sweet and spicy mango salsa creates a delicious meal that's hard to resist. This is a great option for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Warm Vegan Pasta Salad

    Warm Vegan Pasta Salad.
    Photo credit: Healing Tomato.

    This cauliflower gnocchi pasta is super quick to prepare, taking only 10 minutes. It's a great dish to enjoy at picnics or outdoor gatherings.

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    Beef Bibimbap

    Beef Bibimbap (Korean Rice Bowl).
    Photo credit: Dish 'n' the Kitchen.

    Beef Bibimbap is a simple Korean rice bowl filled with a variety of vegetables, tasty side dishes, and sweet spicy beef, all topped with an egg. This is a great meal for busy weeknights.

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    Salmon Stir-fry

    Salmon stir-fry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This stir-fry is packed with fresh vegetables and has a bright, citrusy taste that everyone will enjoy. It's perfect on its own or served alongside some rice.

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    Lemon Garlic Shrimp

    Lemon Garlic Shrimp on a plate.
    Photo Credit: Curry Trail.

    Lemon garlic shrimp is simple to prepare and ready in just 15 minutes. The buttery sauce with lemon and garlic adds a fantastic flavor that everyone will enjoy.

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    Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts

    15-Minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts
    Photo credit: always use butter

    This 15-minute Cherry Tomato Pasta with Spinach and Walnuts is a quick and easy dish that packs a lot of flavor. It's great on its own, but adding some mozzarella or burrata cheese takes it to the next level.

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    Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta

    Salmon spinach pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick pasta dish is packed with the fresh flavors of smoked salmon and lemon. It's a meal you'll want to make again and again.

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    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Garlic butter shrimp pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and tasty dish that combines juicy shrimp with perfectly cooked pasta in a rich garlic butter sauce. This is a great meal for busy nights when you want something delicious without a lot of work.

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    Red Pesto Pasta Salad with Veggies

    Red pesto pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This red pesto pasta is quick to prepare, taking less than 30 minutes with only 15 minutes of hands-on time. It's loaded with veggies and flavor, and you can enjoy it hot or cold, whether you use homemade or store-bought pesto.

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    White Bean Panzanella

    White Bean Panzanella
    Photo credit: J Cooking Odyssey.

    This Italian-inspired dish features fresh, juicy tomatoes mixed with white beans and crunchy toasted bread. It's all brought together with a flavorful tomato and white bean dressing.

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    Cod Piccata

    Cod piccata.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    Cod in a creamy piccata sauce is a simple dish that can be ready in just 30 minutes. It's rich and flavorful, making it a dinner your family will enjoy.

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    Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps

    Chicken lettuce wraps.
    Photo credit: I Heart Nap Time.

    These cashew chicken lettuce wraps are quick to prepare in one pot and take only 20 minutes. This is a great meal that everyone in the family will enjoy.

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    Honey Mustard Salmon

    Honey Mustard Salmon.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    A sweet and tangy honey mustard sauce gives a fresh twist to classic salmon and asparagus. This is a great dinner option that’s easy to prepare.

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    Easy Paella

    Paella.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This paella is a simple dish that everyone will enjoy. Packed with shrimp, chicken, green peas, and bell peppers, it's great for dinner parties and tastes just as good the next day.

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    Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken

    Grilled lemon chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Lemon Chicken Marinade is quick to whip up using simple and healthy ingredients. Perfect for grilling, pan frying, or baking, it keeps the chicken juicy and full of flavor with olive oil, lemon, and basil.

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    Roasted Beet Pasta Salad

    Roasted Beet Pasta Salad with Basil Dressing.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge.

    This pasta salad offers a fresh twist on a classic dish. With very little prep time, it’s an ideal side for summer gatherings.

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    Ham Fried Rice

    Ham Fried Rice.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Make this easy Ham Fried Rice for a meal that the whole family will love! This takeout-style fried rice pairs well with so many dishes and is ready in a flash - and a great way to repurpose any leftover ham.

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    Chickpea Fritters

    Chickpea fritters on a plate.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    These tasty fritters can be enjoyed in many ways. You can dip them, toss them in a salad, or even add them to a burger.

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    Caprese Pasta Salad

    Caprese pasta salad.
    Photo credit: Leftovers Then Breakfast.

    This is a simple and tasty salad that highlights fresh ingredients. The zesty balsamic dressing brings together juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and soft pasta, making it a great side for any gathering.

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    Halloumi Pasta Primavera

    Halloumi pasta primavera.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This vegetarian halloumi pasta is quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes from start to finish, including chopping. It's a fresh and light dish that highlights the flavors of the vegetables without any cream.

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    Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Lemon ricotta pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pasta dish is incredibly easy to prepare. It's perfect for spring evenings when you want something quick and satisfying.

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    Santa Fe Chicken Salad

    Santa Fe chicken salad.
    Photo credit: Healthy Mom Healthy Family.

    Santa Fe Chicken Salad is a quick and easy meal that uses rotisserie chicken and a simple creamy salsa dressing. It's a satisfying and healthy option for spring dinners.

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    Slow Cooker Cherry Cola Pulled Pork

    Slow Cooker Cherry Cola Pulled Pork.
    Photo Credit: Retro Recipe Box.

    Pulled pork cooked in cherry cola and BBQ sauce is packed with flavor and super tender. This is a great option for easy spring dinners.

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    Sweetheart Cabbage Salad with Gyoza Chickpeas

    sweetheart cabbage salad.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sweetheart cabbage salad comes together in just 15 minutes and is perfect for anyone who usually doesn't like salads. Packed with spinach, crunchy cabbage, and tasty chickpeas, it's topped with plenty of Parmesan cheese for a satisfying and healthy meal.

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    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Tangy Apple Slaw

    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Tangy Apple Slaw.
    Photo Credit: Killing Thyme.

    Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is packed with great flavors like smoky, sweet, and a hint of spice. Serve it on a bun with some crunchy apple slaw for a delicious sandwich.

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    Orrechiette Pasta Salad

    Orecchiette Pasta Salad Recipe.
    Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry.

    Orecchiette Pasta Salad is a vibrant mix of vegetables and herbs that works well as a refreshing side dish. It's perfect for summer gatherings like barbecues or potlucks.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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