20 Light & Refreshing Spring Dinner Recipes

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As spring blossoms around us, it’s time to refresh our dinner menus with light and vibrant dishes that mirror the season’s energy. These straightforward and delicious spring dinner recipes will help you say goodbye to the hearty winter fare and usher in recipes with fresh, seasonal ingredients.

Whether you’re planning a family meal or a laid-back evening for yourself, these ideas will add a touch of spring to your dinner table without any fuss.

Vietnamese bowl, chicken skewers, and cod with tomatoes and asparagus.
Spring dinner recipes

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Spring Dinner Recipes to Try

Italian Tortellini Carbonara
This easy, creamy tortellini carbonara combines cheese-filled tortellini with a silky carbonara sauce, crispy bacon, peas and Pecorino Romano cheese.
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tortellini carbonara
Shaved Asparagus Pesto Salad
You will surely wow your guests with this beautiful pesto asparagus ribbon salad, perfect for any spring meal.
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asparagus salad recipe
Grilled Rack of Lamb: Perfect for Spring
This Grilled Rack of Lamb is one of my favorite spring grilling recipes. It’s coated with a super flavorful wet rub made with rosemary, parsley and thyme, then grilled to medium-rare in under 20 minutes.
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grilled rack of lamb
Zucchini Noodles with Pesto and Shrimp
Use a spiralizer to create these light zucchini noodles, then toss with homemade pesto and shrimp for a light and easy summer meal.
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zucchini noodles with pesto
Easy Lemon Parmesan Orzo
This Easy Lemon Parmesan Orzo makes a great side dish that pairs with many main dishes, with simple orzo pasta, fresh lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese.
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Lemon parmesan orzo
Creamy Keto Asparagus Soup
This delicious creamy Keto Asparagus Soup is perfect for spring. The flavor of fresh asparagus is delicate and mild. Have it for lunch or as a starter with dinner.
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asparagus soup
Ninja Woodfire Grill Chicken Skewers
These Ninja Woodfire Grill Chicken Skewers are so simple to make, with chicken breast or thigh and just a few marinade ingredients. Grill them on the Ninja Woodfire Grill for incredible flavor, incredibly fast!
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chicken skewers over cabbage
Grilled Spring Onions
These whole Grilled Spring Onions are dressed with olive oil, salt, and pepper and grilled, which turns them into a delicious, sweet accompaniment or garnish.
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One Pot Tomato & Mozzarella Baked Gnocchi
This Tomato & Mozzarella Baked Gnocchi is full of flavor with its pillowy soft potato gnocchi, bubbly tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.
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Tomato & Mozzarella Gnocchi
Pasta With Pistachio Pesto
This Pasta With Pistachio Pesto uses a deliciously unique pistachio basil pesto as a sauce for any pasta you love, like spaghetti or pappardelle.
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Pasta with pistachio pesto on a plate
Easy Grilled Asparagus
These Grilled Asparagus spears feature subtle hints of garlic, Parmesan, and lemon zest, making for a vibrant and perfectly tender-crisp side dish.
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Easy Grilled Asparagus
Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Bowls
These Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Bowls feature caramelized pork and an array of crisp and refreshing vegetables in one satisfying bowl.
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caramelized pork bowls
Easy Tomato Tart
This Tomato Tart is an easy vegetarian recipe that is flavorful and comforting. Make a delightful tomato tart with ready-rolled pastry and delicious tomatoes that will be a big hit at the dinner table.
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Tomato tart
Gnocchi Carbonara
This creamy and delicious Gnocchi Carbonara combines pillowy soft potato gnocchi with a silky carbonara sauce, crispy bacon, peas and Pecorino Romano cheese.
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Gnocchi carbonara in a bowl
Chicken Caprese Pasta
This Chicken Caprese Pasta is made with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, then piled on top of a bed of spaghetti for a super simple weeknight meal.
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Caprese Chicken Pasta
Instant Pot Beef Pho Recipe
This delicious Instant Pot Beef Pho recipe is easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. The combination of tender beef, chewy noodles, and aromatic herbs and spices creates a complex and satisfying dish.
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Instant Pot Beef Pho Recipe
Cod in Tomato Lemon Butter Sauce
Cod in Tomato Lemon Butter Sauce combines flaky cod fish with tender asparagus and a flavorful tomato lemon butter sauce, making it a delicious healthy dinner option.
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Cod in Tomato Lemon Butter Sauce
Air Fryer Ranch Roasted Broccoli
This Air Fryer Ranch Roasted Broccoli takes your typical broccoli and elevates it with Ranch seasoning and a crispy air frying that makes it oh so tasty.
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Ranch roasted broccoli
Spicy Thai Salad (Panera Copycat)
This Spicy Thai Salad recipe, inspired by a beloved salad at Panera Bread, is packed with tender chicken breast, crunchy vegetables, and delightful toppings with a creamy peanut dressing.
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Spicy Thai Salad (Panera Copycat)
Instant Pot Risotto
Instant Pot Risotto is a creamy dish with fresh spinach, sweet peas, and a touch of Parmesan cheese that captures the essence of traditional risotto with a fraction of the effort.
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Instant Pot Risotto

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