As cold winter weather gives way to warm spring days, it’s time to embrace the garden’s bounty and trade heavy winter comfort foods for light and refreshing recipes starring the latest seasonal offerings.
Adding more fresh herbs to your meals is one of the easiest ways to liven up your cooking as the seasons change without requiring much extra time or effort in the kitchen.
Adding a dash of your favorite fresh-from-the-garden varieties can take just about any dish from good to great. From woodsy rosemary and earthy oregano to fragrant dill and lavender, seasonal herbs add bright flavor to these spring recipes.
Roasted Potato Salad with Dill-Onion Vinaigrette
Roasted Potato Salad with Dill-Onion Vinaigrette offers a healthier take on classic potato salad. Skip the mayo and whip up a flavorful mustard vinaigrette with fresh dill and garlic, then toss it together with tender, oven-roasted potatoes, green onions and crunchy radish slices.
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Roasted Garlic-Rosemary White Bean Dip
Looking for the perfect light spring appetizer or snack? Try a new spin on hummus by swapping chickpeas for white beans in our creamy Roasted Garlic-Rosemary White Bean Dip. Spread it onto crackers or serve it as a dip for fresh spring veggies.
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Grilled Shrimp Kebabs with Fresh Oregano and Lemon
Quick and easy Grilled Shrimp Kebabs with Fresh Oregano and Lemon make a delicious dish for cooking and enjoying outdoors on a warm spring evening. Serve the skewers atop a bed of pasta or alongside rice or grilled vegetables for a complete meal.
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Lavender Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Infuse vanilla cake batter with a dash of lavender extract for a batch of spring-inspired Lavender Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. With a sprinkle of dried culinary lavender over the pastel purple-frosted tops, these sweet and floral treats are a delightful way to welcome the season.
