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30 Spring Meal Ideas

ByRachel Oostdyk

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Spring is the perfect time to refresh your dinner routine! Lighter meals, fresh seasonal veggies, and simple flavors make weeknight dinners easy and satisfying. Whether you’re craving a high-protein dish, a quick one-pan meal, or a fresh twist on a classic, these spring dinner ideas will keep things healthy and delicious.

As the weather warms up, it’s a great time to swap out heavier comfort foods for fresh, vibrant meals that fuel your body without weighing you down. Think lean proteins, crisp greens, and bright herbs that bring big flavor with minimal effort.

Whether you’re firing up the grill, tossing together a quick stir-fry, or making a light yet satisfying pasta, these spring dinners will keep things simple, nourishing, and delicious.

Bang Bang Salmon

This Bang Bang Salmon is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated in a creamy, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce. With bold flavors and a quick cooking time, it’s perfect for an easy yet seriously impressive meal.
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Enjoy our Bang Bang Salmon, grilled to perfection and served with white rice. Accompanied by sliced avocado topped with sesame seeds and garnished with chopped green onions, this seafood dish is beautifully presented on a white plate with chopsticks.

Chimichurri Shrimp

This vibrant, zesty Chimichurri Shrimp is a quick and flavorful dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With a bright, herbaceous chimichurri sauce drizzled over tender shrimp,
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A plate of shrimp dressed in chimichurri, garnished with chopped herbs and small pieces of red pepper, sits elegantly on a white dish with an orange cloth underneath.

Southwestern Chicken Quesadillas

These crispy, cheesy Southwestern Chicken Quesadillas are packed with bold flavors and satisfying textures! This dish is a guaranteed hit with seasoned chicken, creamy guacamole, and a mix of black beans, corn, and melted cheese. It's perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun gathering with friends!
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Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies

This Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies is the perfect easy and flavorful meal! With tender chicken, roasted potatoes, and crisp asparagus, all coated in a sweet and savory honey garlic sauce, this dish comes together in just one pan, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Turkey Smash Burgers

These Turkey Smash Burgers may just be the perfect burger. Packed with melty cheese and a golden-brown crust from being pressed on a hot skillet, these are not your average turkey burgers. Pile on your favorite toppings and top with my mouthwatering Smash sauce for a healthier, smash burger right at home!
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A Smash turkey Burger with cheese and pickles.

High Protein Pasta Salad

This high protein pasta salad is a game-changer. It's fresh, comes together quickly, and packs a protein punch thanks to the chickpea pasta. In just under 30 minutes, you've got a dish that is not only refreshing, but delicious.
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A white bowl filled with protein-packed pasta and a colorful array of vegetables.

Penne With Broccoli and Chicken

This penne with chicken and broccoli will quickly become your go-to dinner. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a delicious meal that combines chicken, broccoli, and pasta, all in a balanced, protein-packed meal.
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A bowl of Penne pasta with chicken and broccoli.

Chicken Chopped Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

This Chicken Chopped Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing is the ultimate quick and healthy meal. With crisp veggies, bacon, avocado, savory chicken, and a tangy-sweet dressing, it’s a satisfying dish that comes together in just 15 minutes—perfect for lunch or dinner.
Two bowls of chicken chopped salad with lettuce, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and succulent chicken sit on a marble surface. They are accompanied by a small bowl of honey mustard dressing, forks, and salt and pepper shakers for the perfect salad recipe.

Primavera Stuffed Chicken

This Primavera Stuffed Chicken combines juicy chicken breasts with colorful, fresh vegetables and gooey melted cheese. It’s an easy and impressive dish that looks as good as it tastes—perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Grilled Primavera Stuffed Chicken breast with melted cheese and herbs, served with sliced bell peppers, zucchini, and onions on a bed of pasta on a white plate.

Ground Chicken Stuffed Peppers

These Ground Chicken Stuffed Peppers are made with tender ground chicken, white rice, chopped carrots, mariniara sauce, and topped with gooey cheese. They are a breeze to put together and make the perfect weeknight dinner or a quick and easy meal prep.
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Ground chicken stuffed peppers in a white baking dish.

Grinder Salad Recipe

This Italian Grinder Salad has taken the TikTok world by storm, and it's easy to see why it's gone absolutely VIRAL on social media! Crunchy lettuce teams up with a delicious creamy dressing, cheese, and those classic Italian flavors we all adore.
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A grinder salad with ham, salami, and tomatoes in a white bowl.

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are packed with bold flavors, colorful veggies, and tender chicken—are baked to perfection in one pan. Quick, easy, and sure to please the whole family.
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A vibrant sheet pan brimming with chicken fajitas, featuring a colorful medley of sliced bell peppers, onions, lime wedges, avocado slices, and fresh cilantro. Soft flour tortillas are artfully arranged around the pan for an inviting meal.

Greek Chicken Wrap

These Greek chicken wraps will be your new favorite lunch or easy dinner. They're bursting with Greek flavors and made with simple ingredients – marinated chicken, fresh veggies, and creamy tzatziki wrapped up in a soft tortilla or pita. 
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A Greek chicken wrap filled with strips of marinated chicken, accompanied by juicy tomatoes and refreshing cucumbers, elegantly presented on a plate.

Chicken Pesto Wrap

This chicken pesto wrap will be your new go-to when you're craving something healthy and fresh without a lot of fuss. Picture this: juicy chicken, zesty pesto, crisp veggies, and that oh-so-good melted mozzarella, all snug inside a tortilla.
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A plate of Chicken Pesto Wraps on a white plate.

Sheet Pan Beef Enchilada Nachos

These Sheet Pan Beef Enchilada Nachos are the ultimate crowd-pleaser! They are loaded with savory ground beef, black beans, and gooey cheese, all piled high on crispy tortilla chips and drizzled with enchilada sauce. It's a one-pan meal, perfect for taco night, game day, or a fun family dinner!
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A sheet pan piled with beef enchilada nachos, topped with ground beef, tomatoes, jalapeños, black beans, onions, cilantro, melted cheese, and dollops of sour cream.

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