Dinner starts to feel easier when the weather warms up. No more heavy stews or hours in the kitchen—just fresh ingredients, quick prep, and meals that actually make you want to cook. Whether you’re craving lighter pasta, easy skillet meals, or anything with seasonal veggies, these spring dinner ideas have you covered.
Kale Chicken Salad
This flavorful and healthy salad features a delicious protein punch with spiced air fryer cumin chicken. Enjoy this Chicken and Kale Salad drizzled with Creamy Avocado Cilantro Dressing!
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Creamy Dill Chicken
This easy stovetop chicken is cooked in a light, creamy dill sauce that’s perfect with rice or pasta. It’s a go-to for a quick dinner that still feels a bit special.
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Green Pea Quiche
Spring’s here, and this feta and green pea quiche is a great way to brighten up your brunch table. It’s made with a vibrant green pea filling and baked in a buttery avocado pastry crust.
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Greek Cucumber Salad
Stay cool with this Greek-style Cucumber Salad, perfect for hot summer days. Crisp cucumbers are tossed in a creamy Tzatziki dressing packed with fresh dill, garlic, and lemon.
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Mediterranean Couscous Salad
This couscous salad is fresh, quick, and filled with flavor thanks to olives, peppers, herbs, and a simple dressing. Great for lunches or as a side with grilled stuff.
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Lemon Pepper Pasta
Need a fast and tasty pasta idea? This Lemon Pepper Pasta is a simple, budget-friendly option with fresh, zesty flavor in every bite.
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Carrot Feta Rolls
Crispy phyllo wrapped around a savory carrot and feta filling makes for a veggie-packed twist on a classic appetizer. These work well as a snack, side, or light lunch.
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Mexican Inspired Shakshuka
Eggs poached in a smoky Mexican-inspired tomato and pepper sauce, seasoned with bold spices and topped with cheese if you like. Serve it with toast or tortillas and call it dinner.
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Sheet Pan Sausage and Sweet Potatoes
This sheet pan dinner keeps it simple with roasted sausage, sweet potatoes, and onions. Everything caramelizes nicely and comes together in under an hour.
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Sheet Pan Pesto Gnocchi
No need to boil the gnocchi. Just toss it with sausage and veggies, roast it all on one pan, and finish with pesto. Easy and low-effort.
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Couscous Halloumi Salad
Pan-fried halloumi, warm couscous, and crisp veggies come together in this satisfying salad. It’s filling enough for lunch but light enough to not weigh you down.
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Greek Pasta Salad
Pasta salad gets a fresh update with feta, olives, cucumbers, and a zippy dressing. It’s easy to prep ahead and makes a great side for summer meals.
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Sheet Pan Sliders
These sliders are made all at once on a sheet pan, so they’re ready for a crowd with minimal effort. They’re cheesy, saucy, and simple to customize.
Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Sliders
