Our Staff's 5 Favorite New Spring Recipes—and Why You’ll Love Them

As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, many of us are eager to embrace everything spring has to offer—more time outside, more fresh, seasonal ingredients, and more reasons to gather with loved ones.

The Allrecipes Spring 2025 issue is now available, and it's packed with fun, easy recipes that capture that springtime vibe: fresh flavors and a renewed motivation to try new dishes! And if anyone knows these recipes best, it's the magazine's staff—the team behind testing the recipe, styling the photoshoot, and designing each page.

When we asked the team which recipes from this issue they're most excited about, they were quick to share their favorites. Zesty, sweet, spicy—there's a flavor for just about everyone here. And if there's one thing we've learned about office-favorite recipes, it's that they're always worth making.

Smashed Buffalo Potato Salad

Nothing says "get-together" like potato salad, but this one kicks the classic to the curb and packs a flavorful punch with ingredients like crumbled blue cheese, ranch seasoning, and Buffalo sauce. “This recipe takes classic potato salad to the next level–it’s like bringing all the bold, zesty flavor of buffalo wings to the party, minus the wings!” —Joseph Wanek, Senior Stylist

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Chicken Piccata Meatballs

This lighter take on meatballs brings a hearty winter staple into the spring season with zesty lemon, briny capers, and ground chicken. The best part? You only need to clean one pot after dinner—because who needs extra spring cleaning? "I'm always looking for tasty ways to incorporate protein into my diet. These meatballs are super easy and extremely delicious. I make a whole batch, freeze them, then reheat when I need a quick meal.” —Emily Nienhaus, Culinary Specialist

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Coconut Milk Ice Cream

If spring is all about lighter, refreshing fare, this dessert checks all the boxes—indulgent without the heaviness. “This coconut milk ice cream is creamy, light, refreshing, and so delicious! It’s sweet, but not too sweet, which is exactly how I like my ice cream! It pairs well with all kinds of fun toppings—sweet, fruity, salty—or you can just enjoy it plain with that subtle yet delicious coconut flavor! I will be making this ice cream recipe all summer.” —Breanna Ghazali, Prop Stylist

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Zesty Cauliflower Antipasto Salad

Temps may be rising, but this cool-weather crop still has plenty of life left this season. And what better way to enjoy cauliflower than nestled among mozzarella, artichokes, and salami. “Such a simple salad—take all the great parts of an antipasto platter and toss them together in a bowl with a tangy vinaigrette. It's a mashup of the best textures and flavors—crunchy, briny, salty, tangy, and fresh in each bite. Irresistible, and the longer it sits, the better it gets!” —Steph Hunter, Design Director

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Strawberry Barbecue Beef

You already know spring is the time for strawberries to shine, but have you ever considered adding them to dinner? This grilled flank steak recipe uses both roasted and fresh strawberries to give it that essential touch of sweetness we love in barbecue, with the most spring-ready makeover. “Strawberries and steak. Who knew? This combination is incredible and the flavors meld so perfectly! It will definitely be part of my regular dinner faves.” —Jacob Fox, Photographer

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