Fresh Spring Recipes

Spring is a reset for the kitchen. After months of heavy braises and root vegetables, the farmers market starts overflowing with tender asparagus, sweet peas, peppery arugula, and the first strawberries of the year. These are ingredients that need very little coaxing — a light vinaigrette, a quick sear, a handful of fresh herbs — and the results taste like the season itself.

The recipes in this collection lean into that simplicity. You will find bright salads built around peak-season greens, pastas tossed with barely cooked spring vegetables, and proteins finished with lemon and herbs rather than heavy sauces. They are the kind of dishes that make you want to throw the windows open and eat outside.

Whether you are planning an Easter spread, a casual weeknight dinner, or a weekend brunch with friends, these recipes will help you make the most of spring while it lasts. Every dish has been tested to highlight seasonal ingredients at their best.