Spring is finally here and honestly, that’s reason enough to cook. This time of year has some of the best ingredients around — sweet peas, rainbow carrots, radishes, asparagus, fresh herbs — and Easter is the perfect excuse to let them shine. If you’re looking for delicious Easter recipes, whether you’re hosting a big table or just want to lean into the season, this is your full spring lineup. Mains, sides, apps, pasta, salads, AND desserts. Let’s go.
For full transparency, the majority of these recipes are from my recipe club, The Cook Nook on Substack, where I publish my monthly menu booklets designed to make hosting as easy as possible. The monthly menu booklets contain the full recipes, wine pairings, prep lists, grocery lists, and more — everything you need to pull off a stunning dinner party without the stress. If you aren’t open to subscribing, I completely understand! I have TONS of spring recipes on this site that could also work for Easter. However, these ones are my top hits and exclusive for a reason. ENJOY!
Rack of Lamb with Mint Pistachio Salsa
This is THE Easter main and I will not be taking questions. Perfectly seared, blanketed in the brightest, most herbaceous mint pistachio salsa you’ve ever had. Showstopper energy, surprisingly approachable.
Herb Crusted Salmon with Leek Beurre Blanc
Three Michelin star energy without the stress — this is one of my most popular recipes for a reason. A golden herb and panko crust, silky leek beurre blanc underneath. Make it for the people who don’t eat lamb. Make it even if they do.
Roast Chicken with Leeks and Green Goddess Chimichurri
Nothing like a great spring chicken. This one gets roasted with charred leeks and buried under a verdant, punchy green goddess chimichurri. A crowd pleaser that feels special.
Roasted Rainbow Carrots on Whipped Goat Cheese and Blood Orange
Show stopper energy, full stop. These beautiful rainbow carrots get roasted until caramelized and laid over the creamiest whipped goat cheese with bright blood orange, chopped pistachios, and fresh herbs. She’s a looker.
Honey Butter Rainbow Carrot Tart Tatin
She’s perfect. Just look at her. A savory tart tatin built on honey butter-glazed rainbow carrots arranged into a stunning crown, flipped onto golden pastry and dotted with goat cheese. Pure art.
Spring Onion and Feta Tart with Hot Honey
Flaky, savory, dare I say sexy — no notes. A buttery pastry base loaded with caramelized spring onions, creamy feta, and finished with a drizzle of hot honey. The appetizer that gets everyone talking.
Honey Butter Braised Radishes with Lemony Whipped Feta and Chives
Such an unsung hero kind of appetizer that is unique and absolutely gorgeous. Braised radishes become silky and sweet, piled onto the most lemony, fluffy whipped feta. Unexpected and unforgettable.
Spring Onion Garlic Bread
I repeat. SPRING ONION GARLIC BREAD. It’s garlicky, it’s cheesy, it’s loaded with scallions and chili flakes and grated parm. Serve it alongside literally anything and watch it disappear first.
Spring Pea Gnocchi with Silky Pea Purée
The best way to celebrate sweet spring peas. Pillowy gnocchi swimming in the silkiest, creamiest pea purée — and there’s no cream in sight, just pure pea magic. Simple yet SO perfect. 1000/10.
Lemon Butter Ravioli on Silky Pea Purée
Not a gnocchi person? I’ve got you. Swap in lemon butter ravioli on that same dreamy pea purée and it is SO GOOD. The pea purée is the real star and she works with everything.
Whipped Ricotta Herb Garden Toasts with Sweet Peas
Clouds of whipped ricotta on golden toast, topped with sweet spring peas, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of good olive oil. Elegant, easy, and wildly pretty on a table.
Green Goddess Asparagus and Radish Salad with Pistachios and Herbs
Leaving pea territory to tell you about this one. It’s substantial. It’s SPECIAL. Green goddess dressing, charred asparagus, sliced radishes, toasted pistachios, fresh herbs, and feta chunks on a bed of grains. A salad with main character energy.
Spring Cobb Salad with Crispy Prosciutto Crumbles
The spring Cobb of your daydreams. Crisp lettuces, jammy eggs, sliced chicken, watermelon radish, and shatteringly crispy prosciutto crumbles under the most luscious herb dressing. A salad that eats like a meal.
Little Gem and Watermelon Radish Salad
For my simple salad folks — a chic icon. Little gem leaves, gorgeous sliced watermelon radish, fresh dill, shaved parm, and a light dressing. Effortless and beautiful.
Lemon Meringue Shortbread Cups
Made with store-bought everything so you do minimal work for maximum reward. Buttery shortbread crumbles, lemon curd, toasted meringue, and fresh berries. Individual, adorable, and deeply impressive-looking for zero effort.
Passion Fruit Pavlova
Easter needs decadent, fruity, and colorful treats — and this pavlova delivers. A billowy meringue shell with crisp edges and a marshmallowy center, topped with whipped cream, passion fruit, and fresh berries. The grand finale.
Extra Thick Lavender Shortbread Cookies
And finally — I did eat six in one sitting, so I hope that explains HOW GOOD THEY ARE. Thick, buttery, fragrant with lavender, and finished with sparkling sugar. Make a double batch. You will not regret it.
That’s the full lineup. Save this, send it to your group chat, and have the best Easter table of your life. Want the full recipes? Head to The Cook Nook on Substack for my seasonal menus, prep lists, grocery lists, and more. 🐣
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