31 (Really Good) Recipes To Make In March, Now That It's Basically Spring
Happy March! Spring is right around the corner and if you (like me) are craving seasonal eats — like fresh spring salads, easy one-pot pastas, or citrus-forward desserts — you're in the right place. Here's what's in season for the month ahead:
These protein-packed egg bites are super customizable — and cleanup is a breeze since they bake up in a lined muffin tin or silicone tray.
Recipe: Copycat Starbucks Egg Bites
Take your favorite in-season citrus — like grapefruit or orange — layer it over whipped ricotta, and top with honey.
Recipe here: Citrus-Ricotta Toast
3.Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
The simple seasoning really elevates these and makes them the perfect base for a runny egg or two.
Recipe: Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
Whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt lend these a bit more bite. You can also swap the poppy seeds for chia seeds — or leave them out entirely.
Recipe: Lemon Poppyseed Pancakes
5.Breakfast Plate with Tomatoes, Avocado and Egg
For a lighter first meal to fuel your day, this heart-healthy plate leans on texture, flavor, and color — between juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and spicy cashews.
Win-win: the best way to use up overripe bananas and sneak in some extra protein thanks to the Greek yogurt.
Recipe: Greek Yogurt Banana Bread
7.Avocado, Fennel, and Grapefruit Salad
Grapefuit plays double duty here — both in the salad and in the simple dressing, where it's mixed with olive oil, balsamic, and shallots.
8.Salmon with Leeks, Asparagus, and Crispy Potatoes
Seasonal spring eats are in full force here — between the roasted asparagus, crispy potatoes, and rich, buttery leek sauce to top it all off.
9.10-Minute Chili-Garlic Bok Choy
This vegetable side comes together quickly on the stovetop and packs a ton of flavor thanks to chili oil and — count 'em! — 10 cloves of garlic.
Recipe: 10-Minute Chili-Garlic Bok Choy
10.Instant Pot Corned Beef and Cabbage
Let's make the Instant Pot do all the hard work on St. Patrick's Day, shall we?
11.One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo
Lemony orzo + golden-brown chicken + fresh veg. What's not to like? (Plus, one-pot cleanup!)
Recipe: One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo
Depending on where you live, good strawberries may still be hit or miss at the grocery store. That's why the light lemon and honey dressing comes in handy here — it elevates all the flavors, even the ones that might not be at their peak yet.
Recipe: Spring Fruit Salad
13.Baked Cod with Lemon, Garlic, and Parsley
Baking the fish in the oven means super easy cleanup. If you're not a parsley fan, top with olives or capers instead.
Being Filipina, I'm always looking for ways to incorporate the classics into my cooking roster. This shortcut Instant Pot adobo — that basically makes itself — is a great way to satisfy those cravings on busy weeknights.
Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Adobo
15.Potato and Green Bean Skillet
This simple side packs extra flavor and texture thanks to bits of crispy bacon and a smart secret ingredient: Everything But The Bagel Seasoning. To bring the cost down to just $1.72 per serving, it also uses frozen green beans instead of fresh.
Recipe: Potato and Green Bean Skillet
There's never a wrong season for carnitas. Come spring, pair these with a grapefruit margarita or two.
Recipe: Slow Cooker Carnitas
17.Tahini Carrot Soup with Crispy Chickpeas
This cozy and comforting soup is ideal for any colder-than-usual March nights that make you re-count the days until spring.
18.Make-Ahead Kale Salad with Lentils, Olives, and Feta
I love kale salads. They're my go-to for make-ahead lunches that last all week since kale is hearty enough to withstand in a few days in the fridge. (And the flavors meld together as it sits!) This version does require some prep — cooking lentils, making spiced oil — but the result is exceptional.
Recipe: Make-Ahead Kale Salad with Lentils, Olives, and Feta
19.Trader Joe's Brown Rice Bowl with Broccoli & Soyrizo
And while we're on the topic of make-ahead lunches: meet (yet another!) Trader Joe's favorite. This vegan-friendly version comes together with a handful of TJ's staples — like spicy soyrizo and butternut squash crinkles.
Potatoes, cauliflower, and green peas are paired with a flavorful curry paste here — then get spooned over rice or eaten with naan.
Recipe: Aloo Gobi Matar
21.Smoked Salmon Rice Bowl with Scallions and Furikake
Confession: I've been on a tinned fish kick lately. One of my favorite varieties is smoked salmon — and Fishwife makes an incredible version with Sichuan chili crisp. I've been using it in easy rice bowls like this — paired with juicy tomatoes, scallions, furikake, and all the extra chili-crisp oil drizzled on top.
The lemon vinaigrette — with balsamic, garlic, and tangy Dijon — brings everything together perfectly.
Recipe: Butter Lettuce Salad
23.Orecchette with Sausage and Spinach
Feel free to swap the sausage for mushrooms or the spinach for any spring vegetable you have on hand.
24.Japchae
These Korean stir-fry noodles can be loaded up with just about any vegetables you prefer — though the carrots, spinach, and mushroom combo here is a favorite. Leftovers reheat well, too.
Recipe: Japchae
25.Crispy Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Brown Butter
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If you've never seared or roasted gnocchi before, start with this recipe. The outside gets golden-brown and crispy while the inside stays chewy. Add Brussels sprouts, brown butter, and plenty of Parm — and you're good to go.
Recipe: Crispy Gnocchi with Brussels Sprouts and Brown Butter (*note: If you encounter a paywall, here's a similar version.)
26.Shrimp Burger with Creamy Aioli
Summer may not be within reach yet — but shrimp burgers are a solid spring bridge. Frozen patties are a great way to save money here, too. (I'm partial to the ones from Del Pacifico.)
Recipe: Shrimp Burger with Creamy Aioli
27.20-Minute Beef with Broccoli
Slicing the beef into small pieces upfront means everything cooks quickly — so this is an excellent go-to for busy weeknights.
Recipe: 20-Minute Beef with Broccoli
28.Pasta with Cauliflower and White Beans
Spring pasta at its finest. I was first introduced to this high-protein, high-fiber flavor combo by Daily Harvest, which makes a really convenient heat-and-eat version. Since then I've made my own versions too, and this one (which also happens to be vegan) is one of my favorites.
When life gives you lemons, make lemon bars (in bulk).
Recipe: Easy Lemon Bars
This one's a bit of a project best saved for a weekend — but the end result is worth it.
Recipe: Glazed Blood Orange Cake
Fellow Air Fryer fans, this is for you. 😋
Recipe: Air Fryer Pizookie
What are you making this month? Tell me in the comments!
