Once the temperature rises, eating healthy becomes so much more enticing. There is something about winter that screams “casserole dishes” and “comfort food,” but spring screams “fresh” and “light!” While I try to stay conscious of making healthy food choices throughout the year, I find myself actually craving salads and grilled veggies as Spring arrives. In my excitement for the start of warm weather, I couldn’t help but browse for some delicious new recipe inspiration. Keep reading for 8 Spring Recipes for Easy Weeknights that I can’t wait to try.
1. Grilled Salmon Salad by Eating Bird Food
The word “Grilled” alone screams Spring/Summer. This Grilled Salmon Salad seems light yet filling because of the high healthy fat content of the salmon. The peaches and corn are also unique to the salad ingredients I typically reach for, so it adds a nice variety.
2. Roasted Cauliflower Burrito Bowls by Pinch of Yum
In an effort to consume less meat, I love the idea of cauliflower as a replacement. And with the black beans included, there is still a primary protein source. Burrito bowls are so versatile, and this take seems perfect for Spring.
3. Summer Cavatelli Pasta with Corn, Tomatoes and Zucchini by Skinny Taste
Another tasty vegetarian option, and vegan if you remove the parmesan. While pasta might not be considered the healthiest carb of choice, I believe in moderation. I personally include pasta within my diet a couple times a week, making sure that it is made with other healthy ingredients.
4. Spaghetti Squash with Chickpeas and Kale by Love and Lemons
Not everyone can include pasta in their diet due to potential restrictions or health issues, and spaghetti squash is an amazing alternative! This recipe looks especially healthy and light, and it has multiple protein sources with chickpeas and pine nuts. It is vegan as well.
5. Easy Fish Taco Recipe with Sesame Vinaigrette by Sunshine by Starry
Spring is a fun time to participate in Taco Tuesday, and fish tacos are a super light take on this. This recipe I have personally tried, and it is the easiest thing to make! A truly effortless weeknight meal.
6. Pineapple Teriyaki Chicken by Spend With Pennies
Pineapple is such a refreshing fruit, and it mixes amazingly well with teriyaki sauce. This recipe is super quick, lean, and easy to make.
7. Creamy Avocado Pasta by The Kitchn
Avocado pasta has been all over social media! And this take includes cherry tomatoes, adding texture and freshness to brighten up the dish.
8. Pistachio Crusted Baked Cod by Chef Julie RD
Let’s face it, cod can be bland. And often times the solve to that can be adding butter. But with this recipe, pistachios are used with greek yogurt and other creative ingredients to make it interesting and keep it healthy.
Which one of these healthy spring recipes will you try first??