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    Home » Meal Planning » Seasonal Meal Plans

    Published: Mar 2, 2021 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Cassie Waltman · 1 Comment

    Seasonal Meal Planning: Spring 2021

    The signs that spring is on its way are pretty subtle right now, but there are signs: birds are chirping in the mornings, the sun is up by the time we leave the house for school, and there's enough light to occasioanlly take dinner photos without artificial light. Here in Michigan spring is a long and drawn-out process. There can still be snowfall, freezing temps, and snow days while the crocuses and daffodils are putting on their display. This means that meal planning for spring has a good mix of light and fresh meals as well as cozy belly-warming dinners in the mix.

    Easter brunch table with bacon, eggs, oranges, daffodils in a vase, and croissants with jam

    It's a bit of a time investment to put together the big list of spring dinners, but it is so helpful when making my weekly dinner meal plan. I check the calendar for any busy week nights so that I know if I need some speedy 30-minute meals, and then build my weekly plan by choosing an option from as many categories as I need. Done and done!

    I try to include lots of links so that you can cook along with me and discover some new family favorites. What are you looking forward to cooking now that the weather is (slowly) changing?

    Stovetop Meals: Some of these are done in 30 minutes or less, some are slow simmer meals, but all of them are time-tested favorites.

    • Lemony Ricotta Shells
    • Pad Kaprow
    • Pasta con Ceci
    • Thai Chicken Meatballs with Peanut Sauce
    • Vegetable Risotto
    • Tofu Crunch Roll Bowls
    • Brown Rice Jambalaya
    • Egg Roll in a Bowl

    Sheet Pan or Oven Meals: Sheet pan meals are terrific for easy clean up and I try to make any sides oven-ready as well so that the whole meal is hands-off once I put it in the oven.

    • Easy Broccoli Cheddar Quiche or Fritatta
    • Lentil Meatballs with Kale Pesto
    • Sweet Potato and Black Bean Bowls with Citrus Herb Sauce
    • Sheet Pan Meals: Peanut Chicken
    • Turkey Bacon Meatloaf
    • Baked Chicken Thighs with Chimichurri
    • Sheet Pan Meals: Chicken Fajitas

    Soups: These range from the lighter broth-based soups to hearty chili. There's something here for anything the spring weather can throw at you.

    • Tom Kha
    • Winter Bean and Vegetable Soup
    • Sausage, Kale, and Potato Soup
    • Cincinnatti Chili
    • Pressure Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

    Breads and Spreads: I use the slightly warmer weather as a great excuse to bring back my favorite dinner: breads and spreads! I can prep these a day ahead and then bring out pita, naan, or crackers plus some vegetable crudites and dinner is all set!

    • Pea Pesto
    • Edamame and Lemon Spread
    • Hummus
    • French Onion Dip

    Family Favorites: Dinners in this category stay in rotation all year long and I could probably make them in my sleep. These are the back-pocket meals that you know will be welcome at the dinner table any night.

    • Macaroni and Cheese
    • Tacos (Dragon style or fish tacos)
    • Cashew Nut Mango or 4P +T Stir Fry
    • Pizza

    Let's all cheer for the change in seasons and welcome some new meals into the dinner rotation!

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