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When spring arrives, so too does all the fresh fruits and vegetables we missed through winter.

Rhubarb, oranges, artichokes, and fresh greens like spinach and arugula make this season a delicious one.

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To celebrate, we’ve rounded up 20 recipes that useand show offthe best spring produce.

There are light dinners likesimple soupsand salads as well as more filling chicken recipes,casseroles, and risotto.

Get ready to brighten your dinner rotation.

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“Add salsa to the sour cream mixture if you like a spicier dish.”

Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Kabobs

“Awesome marinade!

I made skewers with chicken, bell peppers, and pineapple chunks,” says reviewer GINNYG.

close up view of kabobs with pineapple on skewers

lauralovinglife

I then brushed this over the kabobs….Fabulous!"

“This asparagus mushroom risotto is the perfect way to enjoy these two flavorful ingredients together.”

“Decided to see if I could find something here and boy am I glad I did!”

French Spring Soup

“The chicken and spaghetti get an extra boost of flavor from pesto sauce.

My family loves this!”

Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Nectarine Salsa

“My son and I loved it!

Mushroom Asparagus Risotto

“The salsa is great and will be used for many other meats also.

We will make it again!”

Blood Orange Chicken

“Chicken with blood oranges?

Chef John’s Antipasto Pasta Salad

I am so in love with this recipe!

“Pair it with some fresh steamed vegetables for a healthy dinner!”

“you’re free to use any kind of berries, or mixed berries.

white bowl of rigatoni with peas, asparagus, green onion, pancetta, cheese, and green herb sauce

John Mitzewich

“This sheet pan dinner tastes like all the freshness of spring with the elegance of Christmas.”

“This was fantastic!

It was a big hit with the family.”

close up view of Radish Top Soup garnished with diced radishes and fresh herbs in a blue bowl, next to bread

Buckwheat Queen

“Tasty and perfect for a night when you need dinner in a hurry.

We like to use top sirloin for stir-fry recipes since it stays so juicy.”

Romantic Chicken with Artichokes and Mushrooms

naples34102

“This recipe is incredible.

Asparagus Lasagna in baking dish with serving out and plated.

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It tastes gourmet yet is so simple,” says one reviewer.

“Serve this delicious savory pie warm for an impressive but easy to make vegetarian main dish.”

“This recipe is so different from the classic Italian pasta salads.

Spaghetti with chicken and asparagus topped with cheese on blue and white striped cloth

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Works as a main dish or a very hearty side dish for lunch.”

More Inspiration

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Grilled Pork Chops with Fresh Nectarine Salsa

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Blood Orange Chicken

Chelsey’s Strawberry Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

Roasted half rack of lamb resting on a sheet tray with roasted potatoes, carrots, and onions

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Strawberry Barbecue Beef tacos on a pink plate on a pink surface

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Rhubarb Curry Chicken

Quick and Easy Teriyaki Beef Stir-Fry

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closeup of browned chicken breast pieces with artichoke hearts and mushrooms served over linguine

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A bowl of broccoli risotto, with a napkin in the background

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A slice of spanakopita on a white plate with a fork.

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looking down at a plate of sautéed fiddleheads, with a few lemon garnishes

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