Time for a little honesty. With the change in seasons, our diets could use some freshening up. The warmer weather has us craving a lighter menu, and these delicious dishes are definitely calling our name.
Spring Vegetable Gnocchi
via Delish Knowledge
Yield: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 package gnocchi
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- salt and freshly ground pepper
- 1 bunch asparagus, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup spring peas, thawed if frozen
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- red pepper flakes, for garnish
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Ginger Chicken Asparagus Stir Fry
via Fox and Briar
Yield: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb. asparagus, ends trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 8 oz. crimini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp. canola oil
- salt
- pepper
For the sauce:
- 1/4 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp. rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp. cornstarch
- 1 tbsp. ginger root, freshly grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp. chili garlic sauce
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Spring Couscous Salad with Basil Vinaigrette
via Little Spice Jar
Yield: 8 sides or 4 main
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup uncooked couscous
- 1/2 cup water or chicken broth
- 16 oz. frozen peas
- 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans, chopped
For the vinaigrette:
- 1 cup packed basil leaves
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 shallot, cut in half
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 3 tbsp. white wine vinegar
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper
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Asparagus Tart
Yield: 4-6
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese or a vegan soft cheese
- 1 bunch asparagus, ends trimmed
- olive oil
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
- salt and pepper
- balsamic vinegar to drizzle
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Caprese Quiche
Yield: 8
Ingredients:
- 5 large eggs
- 5 large egg whites
- 1 cup Kemps organic milk
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp. fresh basil, sliced and packed
- 1 tsp. garlic salt
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- 1-2 fresh Roma tomatoes, thinly sliced
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Peach Salad with Grilled Basil Chicken and White Balsamic-Honey Vinaigrette
via Cooking Classy
Yield: 5
Ingredients:
For the chicken:
- 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 tbsp. olive oil, plus more for brushing grill
- 1/3 cup fresh basil, chopped and slightly packed
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the vinaigrette:
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 3 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp. honey
- 1 tsp. dijon mustard
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
For the salad:
- 10 oz. spring mix lettuce
- 1 lb. peaches, sliced
- 2 ears corn, husked and kernels cut from cob
- 1/2 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz. goat cheese, crumbled
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Perfect Lemon Pound Cake
via The Busy Baker
Yield: 8
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups white sugar
- zest of 2 large lemons
- 5 eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream (full fat)
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp. salt
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