Come spring, not only are the days lighter but it’s also a great time to lighten up our menus. Great for lunch or dinner, these healthier recipes for spring are a delicious way to serve a hearty and comforting meal with seasonal ingredients. How does Greek lemon chicken with potatoes, unfried fried green tomatoes, roasted vegetables with pasta, or the best turkey meatloaf ever sound for dinner tonight? We’re also sharing a few healthier desserts for everyone with a sweet tooth.
Slow Cooker Greek Chicken Gyros
“I love Gyros! I came up with a recipe for chicken with all the flavors I love in Gyros. It is super easy. Just dump it in the slow cooker and let it do its magic.” – Chrissy
Homemade Chia Seed Pudding
“I am very excited about this recipe. I’ve heard amazing things about chia seeds. They can be used as an energy boost, an appetite suppressant, maintain blood sugar levels, and help regulate digestion, to name a few. Per serving, chia seeds also have more calcium than a glass of milk, more antioxidants than blueberries, and more Omega-3s than salmon.” – Beth
Lemon Herb Roasted Chicken
“This chicken comes out moist and juicy thanks to the fresh lemons inside. They also add a lovely citrus flavor.” – Heather
Shiraxi Salad
“This is similar to a Persian salad. I added avocado to it. It adds a different taste that I love. I like to serve it in endive leaves.” – Itav
Roasted Vegetables with Pasta
“This is my go-to picnic recipe. I love it!” – Ina
Chicken Asparagus Pesto Pasta
“Pasta in a fresh asparagus pesto with chicken and asparagus.” – Kevin
Greek Lemon Chicken With Potatoes
“This is a recipe that has been handed down from generation to generation. There is a regional difference from what region of Greece you are from that dictates how you make this chicken recipe. This chicken recipe is easy, amazingly moist yet crispy chicken and has an outstanding lemon flavor. The potatoes are crispy outside, tender inside, and filled with lemon/garlic flavor!” – Didi
Un-fried Fried Green Tomato and Squash
“I love tomatoes, and squash is my favorite summer vegetable. Being from the South – I do love my fried foods! I’ve had to learn to cook low-fat for health reasons, and these almost fried vegetables are pretty close to the real thing.” – Cathy
Parmesan Red Pepper Fish
“Try these with any type of white fish fillets: mahi mahi, tilapia, perch, cod, etc.” – Cyndi
Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip
“This two-ingredient Cottage Cheese Ranch Dip is thick, creamy, and full of protein. This quick and easy dip is a healthy option for a great appetizer.” – Debbie
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
“My kids love Brussels sprouts, but I have converted many Brussels haters with the recipe. When roasted, they’re salty, nutty, and crisp on the outside. The insides are so soft and tender.” – Leslie
Killer Green Beans
“This dish is not hard to prepare and is a family favorite.” – Christine
Grilled Pork Medallions With Lemon and Rosemary
“I am notorious for over-cooking pork loins and didn’t want to turn on my oven. I decided to wing this one and wow, it turned out fantastic!” – Cassie
Stuffed Strawberries
“These strawberries have a wonderful flavor and are beautiful when put together.” – Darla
Asparagus & Mushroom Chicken
“I love asparagus and mushrooms and made this one evening with ingredients I had on hand for a quick dinner. It’s been a favorite of mine ever since!” – Shawn
Athenian Chicken Rolls
“This dish has an impressive presentation and will wow friends and family before they even take a bite!” – Danielle
Perfect Turkey Meatballs
“When I cut back the amount of red meat my family ate, meatballs were one of the first recipes I changed. It took some trial and error until I came up with this delicious recipe.” – Teal
Maple Salmon
“This is one of my favorite ways to cook salmon.” – Erica
Asian Marinated Chicken Breast
“Everyone in my family loves this dish. It’s simple and it saves on ordering takeout.” – Melinda
Best Turkey Meatloaf Ever
“My family lives for this meatloaf. They eat it all up every time. Super moist and easy to toss together, it’s a mommy fave.” – Nickole
Healthy Banana Pudding
“I was given a banana pudding recipe that was super high in calories and fat. I’m very health conscious and tinkered to get this.” – Ashley
Cajun Sauteed Salmon With Rainbow Carrots and Potato
“A healthy and clean-eating dish.” – Kisha
Honey Mustard Chicken
“I love honey mustard! Not only is it delicious, but it’s also healthy.” – Megan
Greek Asparagus Salad
“It’s such a simple and easy recipe with huge flavors.” – Nick
Chicken Margherita w/ Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette
“You can experiment with this delicious ensemble with different flavors, such as balsamic and even marinara sauce. It is a really versatile recipe and is very comforting.” – Jennifer