65 Spring Meals That Are Super Delicious You Must Try

65 Spring Meals That Are Super Delicious You Must Try

Author: Sara Smith Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: Other Recipes Cuisine: Mediterranean Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed salad greens (spring mix)
  • 1 cup baby spinach, packed
  • 1 cup arugula
  • 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed (about 1 lb)
  • 1 cup English peas or snap peas
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced
  • 4 radishes, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon (zest and juice)
  • 1 orange (optional, for vinaigrette)
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup quinoa or couscous (dry)
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast or tofu, cubed
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup toasted nuts (almonds, pistachios, or walnuts)
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne, farfalle, or spaghetti)
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp butter (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup white beans (canned, drained)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • Fresh ground pepper and flaky sea salt for serving
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Instructions

  1. Wash and dry all fresh greens and herbs. Trim asparagus and remove pea strings if needed.
  2. Rinse quinoa or pasta under cold water briefly if packaging recommends it.
  3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) if you plan to roast vegetables or bake protein.
  4. Combine mixed greens, spinach, arugula, sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, radishes, and peas in a large bowl.
  5. Whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper for the vinaigrette.
  6. Cook quinoa or couscous according to package directions.
  7. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add chicken or tofu, cooking until browned and cooked through.
  8. Roast asparagus and sliced red onion on a baking sheet for 10–12 minutes.
  9. Sauté peas and tender greens briefly with a splash of broth for 1–2 minutes.
  10. Plate greens first, add grains or pasta, then top with warm protein and roasted vegetables.
  11. Serve family-style with extra dressing on the side.

Notes

  1. Use the freshest produce for the best flavor and adjust recipe components to suit your dietary preferences.