We’ve enjoyed a lot of stews and chilis, but now that SPRING has arrived, I want to eat lighter meals. When I think I can’t take one more blustery, rainy day the sun shines through. We didn’t have many windy days here in the Carolinas, but we did remove the cling-on snowflakes on the windows. I guess it’s officially spring now!
When I focus on proteins, sometimes I tend to forget about the wonderful flavors and textures that plant-based foods offer. To boost nutrition and spice up my meals, I am switching to plant-based spring recipes. It’s easy to add some grilled fish, seasoned steak, or baked chicken to any of these recipes to increase the protein content. Otherwise, many are vegan. Consider these delicious springtime meal ideas!
Plant-based Spring Meal Ideas
Kale Pesto Salad With Roasted Butternut Squash
This kale salad with pesto is a delicious, hearty meal in a bowl that’s packed full of healthy ingredients. You can also make the pesto ahead of time, so that it is ready to eat and serve on a busy day! This is an excellent dish to take to a picnic. It’s a good veggie-heavy dish that goes well with a protein grilled on the grill. Butternut squash can be a fun addition, but you can also use roasted sweet potatoes.