7 Healthy Spring Meals to Make Tonight

We have a major crush on spring. Not only do the temperatures start heating up (take that, winter!) but we also love the blooming flowers and spring vegetables. Say goodbye to winter stews and hello to fresh veggie-filled recipes. Keep reading for some favorite healthy spring recipes we found on Instagram!

1. Sheet Pan Sesame Tofu and Asparagus

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We are back on the Sheet Pan Meal train🚉. We put a spring twist on the popular Sheet Pan Sesame Tofu and Broccoli we created for @canolaeatwell and subbed asparagus and the results are delicious! Now let’s hope it actually starts to feel like spring soon! Recipe is up on #howtoeatblog today! Link in profile

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2. Spring Zucchini Pasta with Peas

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#Spring 🌷🌸🌼🌻🌺💐 has sprung, and we’re celebrating with @inspiralized Spring Zucchini 🥒 Pasta 🍝 with Peas, Leeks and Watercress! 🌱🌱🌱 Break out your spiralizer, throw in some peppery watercress and you’ll be ready to celebrate that warmer weather ☀️ Link to recipe in bio. . . . #watercress #watercresslife #powerfood #superfood #nutrients #healthyeats #eeeeeats #f52gram #eatwellfeelwell #huffposttaste #feedfeed #healthylifestyle #recipe #foodpics #igfood #foodblogger #instafood #foodstagram #fitfam #mindbodygram #leafygreens #inspiralized #spiralizer #spring #springrecipes

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3. Roasted Spring Onions with Dill Butter & Lemon

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Glorious spring onions. Slathered in dill butter and roasted until soft and rich and flavorful. Guaranteed to be an amazing spring side dish or pizza topping. Also guaranteed to give you some serious dragon breath. 🤣🤣🤣 . DM me for the recipe or search the archives on the blog. Don’t forget to tag your creations with @rhubarbariansblog or #Rhubarbarians. ❤️ . . . #springonion #springonions #roastedonions #onionbreath #vvfb19 #weekdayfood #healthyvegetarian #vegetariancooking #springeats #cookingislove #eatcolorful #simplerecipes #springrecipes #shareyourtable #yummers #spokanefoodie #letsgetcooking #cookingislife #marthafood #greeneating #foodmakesmehappy #healthyfoodideas #veggierecipes #healthyfoodlover #foodbloggersofinstagram #eattheseasons #eattherainbow🌈 #seasonaleats @thefeedfeed @thekitchn

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4. Plant-Based Cali-Med Bowl

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Devouring this cali-med bowl for dinner tonight, and probably a couple more nights this week 😍🤤 what’s on your menu for dinner tonight? ⬇️⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ingredients:⠀ 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa (cooled)⠀ 1 cup chopped fresh herbs (mint, dill, cilantro, parsley)⠀ 1 (9 oz.) pkg. peeled & steamed chickpeas⠀ 1 mini cucumber, chopped⠀ ½ red onion, sliced⠀ 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped⠀ 1 cup baby heirloom tomatoes, halved⠀ ¾ cup dressing of choice⠀ ⠀ directions:⠀ -combine all ingredient in a large bowl and toss with dressing⠀ -make this salad your own by adding avocado, olives, tofu, heart of palm or feta cheese ⠀ ⠀ Want more recipes like this plant-based cali-med bowl? 🤩 Check the link in bio (https://buff.ly/2GNGYLz) to sign up and receive our FREE plant-based e-book 🌱📖⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #nourishdeliciously #mediterraneandiet #quinoasalad #eatmoreveggies #springrecipes #eattherainbow #eatingforhealth #chickpeasalad #chickpeabowl #foodstyling #feedfeed #vegetarianrecipes #meatlessmonday #meatlessmeals #beautifulcuisines #foodphotoaday #hautecuisines #bon_app #cook_good #bonappetit #lifeandthyme #eeeeats #foodinspiration #foodpassion #beautifulcuisines #thefeedfeed #healthyrecipes #mondaymotivation #instayum

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5. Grilled Grouper with Deconstructed Salsa

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Mood: Canceling dinner plans to stay home and make this Grilled Grouper with Deconstructed Salsa tonight. Can you blame us? (Link in profile) #LouisianaCookin https://bit.ly/2FPddIg . . . . #Louisiana #Louisianafood #Louisianaseafood #springtime #springrecipes #Lentenrecipes #seafood

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6. Pistachio Crusted Chicken with Strawberry Salsa

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Pistachio Crusted Chicken with Strawberry Salsa I am so ready for spring recipes that are light and fruit forward with fresh herbs, yet satisfying! This recipe takes thin and tender chicken breasts and coats them in ground pistachios and breadcrumbs before oven baking to golden brown goodness. The strawberry salsa ties the whole recipe together with fresh basil and tangy lime juice. Recipe below👇🏼 . . . 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts 2 eggs 1/2 cup raw unsalted pistachio pieces 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp sea salt For Strawberry Salsa 1 cup chopped strawberries 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/4 cup chopped cilantro 1/4 cup chopped basil 1/8 tsp sea salt . . . Stir together ingredients for salsa and refrigerate until serving. Preheat oven to 400F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Slice chicken breasts lengthwise through the side to create 4 pieces. Cover chicken with parchment paper and pound thinly using a heavy pan or meat mallet. Set aside. Place pistachios in a food processor and pulse until fine. Stir together breadcrumbs and ground pistachios in a medium shallow bowl with garlic powder and sea salt. Beat eggs in a separate shallow bowl. Dunk each slice of chicken in egg and shake off excess. Dredge in pistachio mixture to coat and place on prepared baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes. Turn chicken and bake an additional 10-15 minutes, until pistachio crust is golden and chicken is cooked through. Serve hot topped with strawberry salsa.

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7. Spring Spinach Salad with Strawberries & Poppy Seed Dressing

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The perfect spring backyard soiree salad awaits! Fresh with crisp spinach, sweet strawberries and crunchy almonds, this one is sure to be a hit with your guests 🍓😋 Link in bio! #naturalgrocers #good4u #springsalad #springrecipe

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Melody Rose Rowan

Melody Rose Rowan is the Director of Content & Strategy for Blender Networks, Inc. When she’s not managing blogs for FitMinutes, The-E-Tailer, Cartageous, InStyleRooms, NurturedPaws & Shoelistic, she’s getting her fix of breakfast tacos and Topo Chicos in her hometown of Austin, TX with her husband and rescue dog, Jake, and attempting to keep up with her own blog, Mustache Melrose.