Easter truly marks the start of spring, which means lighter eats and fresher fare in the kitchen as we approach summer. In between the chocolate eggs and hot cross buns, we’ve got a few dishes you can feast on over the long weekend that celebrate the holiday or the arrival of spring.

Torta Pasqualina

If you’d rather skip the traditional ham this year, do what the Italians do and celebrate with a vegetarian pie.

Bell’alimento

 

Honey Roasted Carrots

Something even the Easter bunny would eat.

Carlsbad Cravings

 

Spring Onion Frittata

Not necessarily an Easter dish, but a warm, yet light meal for when the rain comes.

Love and Lemons

 

Nutty Crusted Butternut Squash Bowl

This recipe comes with a few different elements that can be tried separately or together, depending on what you’re in the mood for.

Oh She Glows

 

Super Green Pea and Asparagus Burrata Pizza

Serve this one for guests or save it for a night in with family.

Half-baked Harvest

 

Beauty Avocado Toast

This breakfast (or anytime) dish not only looks beautiful, it tastes good too.

Elizabeth Rider

 

Sweet Little Rainbow Meringues

These pretty treats are perfect for spring.

Baking for Friends

 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Reishi Balls

These delicious chocolate bites are a great alternative to tempting chocolate eggs. They even promote a restful sleep.

The Colourful Kitchen

 

If you want to stay traditional this Easter, try making the below hot cross buns, an original recipe from the 1950s.