Spring is around the corner (Norouz is coming!)… so we’re channeling thoughts of all things light, fresh and ready to celebrate the influx of amazing produce about to hit our markets! Here is a roundup of the spring recipes I can’t wait to make as the days get longer and the sun a little brighter.
Pomegranate Guacamole – Ahu Eats
1. Nothing says warm weather like sitting outside to demolish some fresh guacamole and chips. Even if the weather really isn’t warm enough yet and you’re freezing and munching, this guac will keep you warm.
Crunchy Spring Salad with Dill Dressing – The Kitchn
2. Dill is up there in the Top 3 of Freshest Scents Ever… this light salad from The Kitchn with snap peas, radishes and dill dressing looks like the perfect spring salad!
Steamed Artichokes – Cocoa & Lavender
3. From the uber-talented David of Cocoa & Lavender – not only does he skillfully prepare these gorgeous globe artichokes, he grows them too! Served with saffron mayo? I’m hopping on the next flight to Arizona!
Roasted Asparagus – The Kitchn
4. Asparagus, one of the most ephemeral but delicious spring vegetables. Roasted simply with oil and vinegar to maintain their integrity.
Kuku with Celery Leaf – My Persian Kitchen
5. Are you noticing the very green trend here? Good, because it’s only going to continue! I marveled at Sanam from My Persian Kitchen’s very creative play on a traditional kuku sabzi. She makes this gorgeous version with the wispy leaves from celery stalks. What a great way to use an often-discarded ingredient!
Pillowy Lemon Poppyseed Cookies – Ahu Eats
6. On to the sweets – consistently the most popular recipe on Ahu Eats, these light, bright and zesty Lemon Poppyseed Cookies. They pretty much scream spring in a bite!
Rhubarb Tart with Orange Glaze – Epicurious
7. Now for one of my favorite, and most beautiful vegetables (yes, it’s a vegetable!) – rhubarb! This tart from Epicurious showcases the beauty of the rhubarb by using cross sections. Side note: Anybody who grew up listening to Prairie Home Companion, I hope you’re all humming the Rhubarb Pie song like I am!
Rose Infused Lemonade
8. Floral and fruity lemonade infused with rosewater. Go ahead, add some prosecco if it’s after 11am!
Pimm’s Cup – The Kitchn
9. And no list would be complete without a proper cocktail, especially a British one! So here I leave you with a twist on my favorite spring cocktail, the Pimms Cup from The Kitchn.
What are you excited to make and try this spring?
Ahu joon,
I like this list very much. With spring in my step and a glass of prosecco in my hand, I raise a toast for Norouz!!!
Note: I will be adding Adasi to my list <333!!!!
Pinky Joonam
A great list, Ahu. Those Kuku with Celery Leaf are really interesting.
Ahu – you are TOO kind and sweet! I am humbled and honored. I wish you would come to AZ! Although I have to admit we didn’t grow any artichokes this year… 🙂
The rhubarb tart – luscious. And the rosewater lemonade? I am making it this week with the last of the year’s lemons. I have made your lemon poppyseed cookies – super easy and so light. And refreshing! Tonight, we are haivng a sald with lots of avocado and sliced kumquats and pomegranate seeds. Close enough to your guac? xox
Yes spring is in the air too. Thanks for a peek of what your springtime holds. GREG
This post is making me hungry!
Indeed spring is approaching… and you are in a delicious mood! 🙂