What’s cooking tonight? Get inspired with our favorite simple spring dishes below! They’re quick to make and showcase the season’s new flavors to perfection.
![]() We took the best of spring vegetables and let their natural flavors shine in this simple dish. Fresh basil and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese lend bright flavors, replacing a heavy sauce. |
![]() In this perfect spring salad, salmon and its pan juices become a topping for a tangle of sprightly greens dressed with a tangy lemon vinaigrette. |
![]() Making homemade pad Thai could be life changing. Planned correctly, the whole dish comes together in about 30 minutes and tastes infinitely better than takeout. |
![]() Think of this easy recipe as a template, substituting asparagus or zucchini for the peas, and tarragon or dill for the mint. It’s delicious spooned over brown jasmine rice or quinoa. |
![]() Pork marries well with many fruits, and in the spring, this rhubarb-mustard condiment makes a wonderful accompaniment. If possible, make the mostarda the day before, which will allow its complex flavors to meld. |
![]() Here, thinly sliced steak enhanced with mustard seeds and peppercorns is served on a bed of arugula. Round out the meal with country-style bread. |
![]() Roasting a whole chicken alongside fragrant lemons adds a fresh springtime twist to a comforting main dish. |
![]() Prepare this dish using gluten-free pasta, if you’re avoiding gluten, or just your favorite penne. The all-purpose pesto sauce, bursting with fresh basil, is also excellent over chicken or fish. |
![]() Chinese egg noodles are a versatile ingredient for soaking up flavor and making a salad into a heartier main-course dish like this one, featuring lean pork tenderloin. |
![]() This panini was inspired by the classic French croque madame—a grilled ham-and-cheese sandwich served with a fried egg on top. In our version, we grill the sandwiches, then tuck a fried egg inside each one, along with some dressed salad greens. |
![]() Here, pea shoots are flash-cooked in a hot pan with tender squid rings and tentacles, along with Asian flavors like soy sauce, chili paste and toasted sesame oil. |
![]() An abundance of bright green garnishes liven up this one-dish meal. The more green you add, the healthier and more flavorful this soup becomes. |