Introduction
Spring dinners should feel light, colorful, and easy to enjoy. These recipes focus on fresh ingredients, simple cooking, and flavors that don’t weigh you down. Whether you’re cooking for family or a quiet evening, these meals fit perfectly with longer days and lighter appetites.
1. Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet
A quick skillet meal with bright citrus flavor and tender chicken.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts (about 450 g)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken 6–7 minutes per side until golden.
- Add garlic and lemon slices; cook 1–2 minutes more.
How to Serve It
Serve with steamed green beans or a simple salad.
2. Spring Vegetable Pasta
Light pasta packed with green vegetables and simple seasoning.
Ingredients
- 200 g dry pasta
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped
- ½ cup peas
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Boil pasta according to package instructions.
- Add asparagus and peas in the last 2 minutes.
- Drain and toss with olive oil and spinach.
How to Serve It
Finish with grated parmesan or lemon zest.
3. Honey Mustard Salmon
Sweet and tangy salmon that bakes fast.
Ingredients
- 2 salmon fillets (300 g total)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 200°C.
- Mix honey, mustard, and oil.
- Brush over salmon.
- Bake 12–15 minutes.
How to Serve It
Pair with roasted carrots or quinoa.
4. Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Fresh, crunchy, and great for warm evenings.
Ingredients
- 300 g ground chicken
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 cup chopped lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Cook chicken in a pan over medium heat.
- Add soy sauce and sesame oil.
- Spoon into lettuce cups.
How to Serve It
Top with chopped green onions.
5. Baked Herb Cod
Mild fish with simple herbs.
Ingredients
- 2 cod fillets (350 g)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried herbs
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 190°C.
- Brush fish with oil and herbs.
- Bake 15 minutes.
6. Spring Chicken Stir-Fry
Fast and full of crunch.
Ingredients
- 300 g chicken strips
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Heat oil in a wok.
- Cook chicken 4–5 minutes.
- Add vegetables and stir 3 minutes.
7. Zucchini Noodle Bowl
A low-key dinner that feels clean and fresh.
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini, spiralized
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Lightly sauté zucchini 2 minutes.
- Toss with tomatoes and oil.
8. Lemon Shrimp Skewers
Quick grilling with bold citrus taste.
Ingredients
- 300 g shrimp
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon, juice
Instructions
- Toss shrimp with oil and lemon.
- Grill 2–3 minutes per side.
9. Spring Pea Risotto
Comforting yet not heavy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup arborio rice
- ½ cup peas
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Instructions
- Simmer rice with broth, stirring.
- Add peas in last 5 minutes.
10. Grilled Chicken Salad
A dinner-size salad with balance.
Ingredients
- 2 grilled chicken breasts
- 3 cups mixed greens
- 2 tbsp vinaigrette
Instructions
- Slice chicken.
- Toss with greens and dressing.
11. Baked Lemon Potatoes
Crisp outside, soft inside.
Ingredients
- 500 g potatoes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon, juice
Instructions
- Bake at 200°C for 30 minutes.
- Toss halfway through.
12. Spinach Stuffed Chicken
Simple stuffed chicken without fuss.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Stuff chicken with spinach.
- Bake at 190°C for 25 minutes.
13. Spring Veggie Flatbread
Great for sharing.
Ingredients
- 1 flatbread
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- ½ cup shredded cheese
Instructions
- Bake at 200°C for 10–12 minutes.
14. Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Fast and full of flavor.
Ingredients
- 200 g pasta
- 250 g shrimp
- 2 cloves garlic
Instructions
- Cook pasta.
- Sauté shrimp and garlic.
- Toss together.
15. Baked Chicken Thighs with Herbs
Juicy and easy.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried herbs
Instructions
- Bake at 200°C for 35 minutes.
16. Veggie Rice Bowl
Balanced and filling.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1½ cups roasted vegetables
Instructions
- Assemble rice and vegetables.
17. Lemon Butter Tilapia
Mild fish with simple sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tilapia fillets
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ lemon
Instructions
- Pan-cook fish 3–4 minutes per side.
- Finish with butter and lemon.
18. Spring Chicken Soup
Light broth with fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 liter chicken broth
- 200 g chicken
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
Instructions
- Simmer all ingredients 20 minutes.
19. Baked Veggie Frittata
Easy oven dinner.
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup vegetables
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions
- Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.
20. Grilled Lemon Tofu
Plant-based and bright.
Ingredients
- 300 g firm tofu
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ lemon
Instructions
- Grill tofu 3 minutes per side.
21. Spring Veggie Tacos
Fresh twist on taco night.
Ingredients
- 6 small tortillas
- 2 cups grilled vegetables
Instructions
- Warm tortillas.
- Fill with vegetables.
22. Baked Pesto Chicken
Bold herb flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp pesto
Instructions
- Bake at 190°C for 25 minutes.
23. Light Creamy Mushroom Pasta
Comfort without heaviness.
Ingredients
- 200 g pasta
- 1 cup mushrooms
- ½ cup light cream
Instructions
- Cook pasta.
- Sauté mushrooms, add cream.
24. Spring Veggie Fried Rice
Great for leftovers.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup mixed vegetables
- 1 tbsp oil
Instructions
- Stir-fry everything 5 minutes.
25. Lemon Herb Chicken Tray Bake
Easy cleanup, fresh taste.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts
- 2 cups vegetables
- 1 lemon
Instructions
- Bake at 200°C for 30 minutes.
Conclusion
These spring dinners keep things light, colorful, and simple. Pick a few favorites, save them for later, and share them with friends who enjoy fresh meals that feel just right for the season.
