Sightings of snowdrops, lighter nights past 5pm, and hot cross buns everywhere you look can only mean one thing; spring is on its way. It also means time to welcome delicious springtime fruits and veggies like fresh asparagus and strawberries. If you’re in search of spring-time inspiration, we listed our favourite recipes to create and enjoy – everything from roast chicken soup to a leg of lamb and rejuvenating salads. These recipes may inspire your Easter celebration plans.
Roast lamb with garden veg, oregano and feta recipe
Roast lamb with garden veg, oregano and feta recipe
Nothing says spring like a leg of lamb. It has a different feel than a heavy winter roast, perhaps it’s the vibrant fresh vegetables and oregano that accompany it, but it’s sure to have you feeling satisfied after a lovely spring-time walk.
Goats cheese smoked salmon and asparagus filo tart
Goat’s cheese, smoked salmon and asparagus filo tart
Just looking at this tart makes you think of spring! Its fresh colours are guaranteed to make you reach for a fork! If you are vegan or vegetarian, simply substitute the salmon for even more fresh veggies!
Beetroot and radish
Beetroot, radish & bulgar wheat tabbouleh
British springtime can be unpredictable; one moment, it’s warm and sunny, and the next, it’s a little overcast and chilly, so why not find a balance with this fresh yet comforting Tabbouleh? It’s laden with middle-eastern flavours and infused with a hearty beetroot salad. But the best bit? The light yet tasty grilled Halloumi.
Radish, halloumi and potato salad
Radish, halloumi and potato salad
Colourful and nourishing, this salad is easy to make and delicious. It’s full of nutrients yet doesn’t compromise on flavour; potatoes, salty Halloumi, radish and mustard. If you’re a meat lover, you can supplement this dish with your favourite ham or cured meat.
Spring minestrone soup
Spring minestrone soup
This delicious soup is bursting with fresh vegetables, including tender British asparagus and sweet fresh peas (though you can use frozen petit pois if necessary). Even better, it can be made in just 30 minutes.
Beetroot dhal
Beetroot dhal
If you love a dhal, why not mix things up by adding beetroot? Beetroot is a superfood and a spring-time must have! This nutritional dinner is perfect when paired with rice or naan.
Roast chicken and veggie soup
Rochelle Humes’ leftover roast chicken and veggie soup
Chicken soup is good for the soul all year round! This roast chicken and veggie soup recipe is packed with protein and brimming with garden veggies. Accompany this comforting side of crusty bread and butter.
Asparagus and garlic, prawn spaghetti
Asparagus and garlic prawn spaghetti
This garlic-enthused asparagus and prawn pasta can be made in as little as 15 minutes. Best made with tender and sweet British asparagus, which is in season in spring.
Korean-style aubergines with spring onions and sesame rice
Korean-style aubergines with spring onions and sesame rice
A great mid-week supper, this recipe combines steamed aubergines dressed in a red pepper and sesame dressing.
Spring vegetable pizza
Spring vegetable pizza
Here seasonal spring vegetables including Jersey Royal new potatoes, asparagus and peas top a delicious home-made pizza base.
Asparagus risotto with pan-fried scallops
Asparagus risotto with pan fried scallops
Enjoy this light and delicate dish for lunch or dinner. Full with in-season asparagus paired with delicious creamy risotto and succulent pan-fried scallops. It will have your mouthwatering from the first bite!
Strawberry and cream cheese French toast
Strawberry and cream cheese French toast
For those with a sweet tooth, why not give this dreamy strawberry and cream cheese dish a try? It makes the perfectbrunch or afternoon snack.
Lemon and lime meringue tranche pie
Mary Berry’s lemon and lime meringue tranche pie
A simple twist on a classic, Mary Berry’s lemon and lime meringue pie is impressive, super tangy and sweet.
Dishooms fried eggs on chilli cheese toast
How to make Dishoom’s kejriwal – fried eggs on chilli cheese toast
Cheese and toast is a light snack to be enjoyed all year round, but enjoy mixing it up with this chilli cheese version. If you’ve ever been to Dishoom, you’ll be familiar with its unique and flavoursome meals. Thankfully, Dishoom’s head chef, Naved Nair, shares this recipe, so you can enjoy a light and utterly delicious chilli cheese on toast. Perfect for brunch, lunch or a snack in between.
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