Eating with the seasons is one of the best ways to ensure freshness, affordability, and maximize nutrient content! We’ve compiled our favorite spring produce + recipes to get you inspired.
Curry Roasted Fennel Salad with Rosemary Tahini Dressing
Insanely delicious 30-minute salad with crispy, tender curry-roasted fennel. Topped with red bell pepper and a creamy tahini rosemary dressing. Add crispy chickpeas for an optional boost of protein, fiber, and crunch!
Fresh, delicious vegetable slaw with a garlic rosemary tahini dressing! Packed with nutrient-rich vegetables and fruit with cleansing benefits and tons of nutrients. Just 20 minutes required for this incredibly healthy side, snack, or salad base!
This crispy, caramelized roasted fennel is a quick and tasty way to add nutrition and flavor to everyday meals! Just 1 pan, 6 ingredients, and 25 minutes required!
Perfect chickpea pancakes that are tender with crisp edges and full of flavor! Quick and easy to make, incredibly versatile, just 8 ingredients required.
A quick and easy guide for making PERFECT roasted asparagus every time. Great as a side dish, in bowls, and beyond. Just 3 ingredients, 1 pan, and 15 minutes required!
A healthier take on risotto without oil or butter, replacing cheese with vegan parmesan cheese. Includes plenty of fresh vegetables for fiber and nutrients. An easy 30-minute, 8-ingredient recipe perfect as an entrée or a side.
Creamy mushroom and asparagus pasta that’s entirely gluten-free and requires just 30 minutes to prepare! A hearty, quick, and flavorful plant-based meal.
Easy, delicious risotto with asparagus, mushrooms, and peas. Vibrant umami flavor from miso paste and white wine. Just 8 ingredients required and perfect for spring (and beyond!).
A bright, tangy, and savory snap pea salad with pistachios and basil! The perfect side for pasta and other mains. Just 10 ingredients and 15 minutes required!
Simple, 30-minute roasted asparagus soup with peas, shallot, and garlic! Almond milk makes this soup so creamy and satisfying and garlic croutons add the perfect finishing touch.
Pea Pesto Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes & Arugula (Vegan + GF)
Amazing, 30-minute pea pesto pasta that's vegan, gluten-free, and tossed with arugula and sun-dried tomatoes. A hearty, flavorful plant-based meal or side.
A colorful, flavorful, veggie and noodle stir-fry perfect for spring and beyond! Gluten-free, plant-based, and protein-packed. Versatile and just 10 ingredients required!
Creamy, flavorful hummus infused with green curry spices, citrus, and herbs. Green peas add protein and texture to this easy dip that pairs perfectly with gluten-free crackers, pita, chips, or vegetables.
Fresh, crunchy sugar snap peas sautéed with salt, pepper, and lemon zest! The perfect easy side dish, with just 1 pan, 5 minutes, and 3 ingredients required!
Creamy, 30-minute vegan alfredo made with 9 ingredients and simple methods. Add spring peas and vegan parmesan cheese for a satisfying plant-based meal.
Garlicky vegan creamed spinach is perfect for the holiday table or everyday! Just 20 minutes and 8 ingredients required for this mega flavorful greens dish.
Flavorful and eye-catching strawberry spinach salad with candied hazelnuts and dairy-free feta! Perfect for pairing with creamy pastas, soups, or your choice of protein. Just 30 minutes required!
Our go-to side salad with arugula, roasted garlic, lemon vinaigrette, crispy sautéed shallot, and our 5-minute macadamia nut cheese! Perfect for hosting and beyond!
A healthy, hearty fall salad with peppery arugula, crisp apples, and toasted pecans. Dressed in a simple, vibrant lemon vinaigrette, it makes the perfect light-yet-satisfying plant-based side.
A grain- and gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza with chickpea flour crust, vegan pesto, and sun-dried tomatoes! Just 10 ingredients required!
6-ingredient rhubarb strawberry margaritas with silver tequila, lime juice, and a homemade rhubarb-strawberry syrup. Tart-sweet, easy to make, and perfect for spring!
8-ingredient fruit crisp that’s perfectly tart and sweet thanks to a mixture of raspberries and rhubarb under a lightly sweetened topping. Fuss-free and entirely vegan and gluten-free.
7-ingredient vegan pop tarts made with whole grain pastry and strawberry-rhubarb compote. Simple, fast, and perfect for using up spring and summer fruit.
Classic patatas bravas, only healthier! Baked crispy potato wedges topped with a spicy tomato sauce. Keep vegan by omitting aioli and cheese. Fresh herbs make a bright, earthy finish. 10 ingredients. Perfect for a crowd.
A simple take on potato salad with fresh herbs, onion, and a light mustard vinaigrette. The perfect plant-based side for cookouts, sandwiches, and more!
French-inspired green bean potato salad with kalamata olives, fresh herbs, and a zippy mustard vinaigrette. An easy, super satisfying vegetarian side with just 9 ingredients required! Optional jammy eggs make it a light meal.
Easy Roasted Potato Salad with Garlic Dill Dressing
A delicious spin on classic potato salad with roasted gold and sweet potatoes tossed in a zingy, garlicky, herby dressing. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, and year-round! Just 7 ingredients required.
Easy to make, perfectly tender, 10-ingredient chickpea burgers infused with the flavors of curry. The perfect plant-based, gluten-free entrée for Indian night and beyond!
A quick and easy, gingery, Japanese-inspired dressing perfect for adding to salads and bowls! Plant-based, gluten-free, soy-free, and just 1 blender, 8 ingredients, and 10 minutes required.
Incredibly vibrant mashed sweet potatoes and carrots whipped with turmeric, ginger, fresh garlic, and dairy-free butter. The ultimate salty-sweet side!
A creamy, spicy vegan carrot ginger soup made in 1 pot with just 8 ingredients! SO vibrant, warming, and perfect for chilly weather. Stovetop and Instant Pot versions included.
Tender, caramelized roasted carrots tossed in Moroccan-inspired spices like cinnamon, ginger, paprika, and cumin. Just 30 minutes, 1 pan, and 8 ingredients required!
Tender, naturally sweetened carrot cake bites with dates, carrots, walnuts, cinnamon, and coconut flour! So simple, delicious carrot cake flavor, and the perfect healthier snack or dessert! Just 30 minutes, 9 ingredients, and 1 food processor required.
A vibrant orange juice made without a juicer! Vitamin C-rich carrots, oranges, lemon, ginger, apple, and nectarines create this hydrating, refreshing juice packed with vitamins and minerals!
Vegan pancakes made with whole-wheat flour, carrots, coconut, and walnuts. Light, fluffy, and flavorful. Perfect with walnuts, coconut, and hot maple syrup.
Carrot cake in baked oatmeal form! Tender, nutty, wholesome, naturally sweetened, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, and beyond! 1 bowl and 10 ingredients required.
A dreamy, creamy smoothie infused with the flavors of carrot cake! Just 7 wholesome ingredients required, including banana, carrot, plant milk, and spices.
Vegan Banh Mi Sandwich made with savory, caramelized cauliflower, sriracha mayo, and quick-pickled vegetables. Just 30 minutes to make this hearty sandwich!
10-ingredient Vietnamese-inspired spring rolls packed with fresh vegetables, tender cooked rice noodles, seared marinated tofu, and crispy sautéed shallot! Paired with peanut sauce, they’re the ultimate plant-based meal or side.
Easy, delicious, 10-minute vegan taco “meat” made with walnuts, sun-dried tomatoes, spices, and peppers! The perfect balance of spice and smokiness, and loaded with protein and healthy fats. Add to tacos, nachos, salads, and more!
Ultra creamy, vibrant green goddess dressing that’s naturally plant-based and packed with flavor. 10 minutes, 1 blender, and 9 ingredients required! Perfect for salads, dipping vegetables, Buddha Bowls, and more!
Fresh, flavorful, grain-free tabbouleh salad made with 6 ingredients, 10 minutes, and 1 bowl! The perfect salad or side dish for Mediterranean and Middle Eastern entrées.
Easy, nourishing white bean quinoa salad with fresh parsley, garlic, lemon, and a subtle kick from red pepper flakes. Just 10 ingredients, 1 bowl, and 30 minutes required for this fiber-packed, plant-based side!
30-minute, colorful roasted vegetable salad over greens with macadamia nut cheese and chimichurri-inspired dressing! A satisfying plant-based meal or side!
Easy, Indian-inspired mint chutney with fresh herbs, jalapeño, and lemon juice. Dairy-free, incredibly versatile, and SO easy to make! Just 1 food processor, 5 minutes, and 9 ingredients required!
A creamy, iced matcha latte infused with fresh mint! The perfect balance of sweetness, mint, and earthy matcha. Just 5 minutes, 5 simple ingredients, and a blender required!
Bravo for your amazing, artistic work! I love your pictures and I am going to try your recipes. it is wonderful and I love that you use different nuts and beans.
You rock and spring roll!!!
Nathalie
Hi Dana, just wanted to say that presented this way, by main ingredient, the recipes are much clearer. Pinned a few to try during the week. Thanks for brightening our daily vegan meals with such tasty suggestions. Isabelle
I am so grateful for all your delicious recipes.
They are truly remarkable and I can’t wait to try them and pass them on to my family.
Thank you so much. Best wishes Eileen
Nathalie says
Bravo for your amazing, artistic work! I love your pictures and I am going to try your recipes. it is wonderful and I love that you use different nuts and beans.
You rock and spring roll!!!
Nathalie
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xoxo!
Ria Monckton says
Phwoar these look gorgeous.
Very useful guide to do by main ingredient. Thank you :)
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
xo!
Connie McDavid says
Me too! I like the arrangement by ingredient.
Thanks for the inspiration.
Support @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks for the feedback, Connie!
Isabelle says
Hi Dana, just wanted to say that presented this way, by main ingredient, the recipes are much clearer. Pinned a few to try during the week. Thanks for brightening our daily vegan meals with such tasty suggestions. Isabelle
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Isabelle!
Eileen says
I am so grateful for all your delicious recipes.
They are truly remarkable and I can’t wait to try them and pass them on to my family.
Thank you so much. Best wishes Eileen
Dana @ Minimalist Baker says
Thanks, Eileen!