Ree Drummond's 10 Favorite Spring Dinner Recipes You’ll Want to Make All Season
Serve something flavorful, rain or shine.
It’s easy to see why springtime is so exciting, especially when it comes to the food. All those garden-fresh veggies start to pop up, and you can finally fire up that grill...well, sometimes. The problem with spring is that the weather can be unpredictable! It's that in-between time when there are days when it's warm and sunny, and you just want a lazy spring dinner so you can spend more time outside. But then other days turn suddenly chilly or rainy, and you’re back to craving comfort food.
Thankfully, The Pioneer Woman knows exactly what to serve for dinner on any given spring day! Some of Ree Drummond's favorite spring dinner recipes fit the bill no matter the temperature outside, like a veggie-packed stir-fry recipe you can whip up in a flash. Speaking of veggies, Ree admits: "I am a lover of any form of pasta primavera," so you'll definitely find that on this list. It’s such a flexible recipe that you can take advantage of your favorite seasonal flavors. In fact, Ree encourages it!
If you're looking for something on the lighter side, try one of her spring salads with a grilled protein. Or maybe you're looking for a family-friendly dinner idea, in which case you'll want to try her chicken enchilada casserole. It's a twist on one of the Drummond family's favorite recipes of all time, but with a faster assembly. No matter what you decide to make, know that you can always come back and make more. Ree is here to help you serve up her favorite spring dinner ideas!
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
White chicken enchiladas have long been a Drummond family favorite. Her casserole version is even easier to make! It’s perfect for a spring day that suddenly gets chilly. One scoop will make you feel cozy and warm you right up.
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Creamy Pasta Primavera
"Pasta primavera" translates to "spring pasta" so it really is perfect for the season. Ree has loved it all her life and encourages everyone to “use your own personal favorite blend of veggies.” This is the version her mom always made.
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Strawberry Arugula Salad
Ree's "deliciously simple salad" truly celebrates the season, contrasting peppery arugula with sweet strawberries. Add salty feta for contrast and pecans for crunch. If you want to add more protein, try grilled chicken and even turn it into a wrap!
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Chicken Piccata
You can make this classic any day of the year. But the fresh, lemony punch feels so perfect for spring. Ree had this "a million years ago" at at restaurant and figured out how to whip it up in 30 minutes at home.
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Veggie Stir-Fry
"This gorgeous, luscious stir-fry will knock your socks off! It's so easy to make and is big on flavor," Ree says. Plus, you can prep all those spring veggies in advance and just throw it in the pan when you're ready to eat.
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Shrimp and Veggie Quesadillas
"I have a slight problem when it comes to quesadillas of any kind. The problem is that I pretty much want to eat them all the time," Ree jokes. And when spring comes, it's so easy to chop up a few of your favorite veggies!
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Cream of Asparagus Soup
Ree loves a lot of spring veggies, no doubt, but "asparagus has a special place in my heart." On those rainy, chilly spring days, make this creamy soup, serve it with some crusty bread, and all will be right with the world.
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Spinach Lasagna
If you're "deeply, madly in love" in lasagna like Ree, making a big pan of it is always a good idea. For spring, why not take advantage of the veggie-loving season and make this spinach version?
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Spring Pea Pesto Pasta Salad
Things Ree loves: peas, pesto, and "pasta salads where you can barely see any of the pasta." This is all three of those things and then some! All you need to do is add some grilled chicken and dinner is served.
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Chile-Lime Steak Salad
"There are few things I love more than a big green salad with sliced grilled steak on top," Ree says. And when spring hits, it's even better! The veggies are fresher, and you can decide whether to grill inside or out.
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