Spring Into Spring: 10+ Fresh and Vibrant Recipes to Welcome The Season

by: Gerhild Fulson  / Oma Gerhild shares easy, authentic German recipes you can trust, rooted in family tradition and featured in her cookbooks.

Welcome the bright, fresh flavors of spring with these vibrant recipes featuring a little German influence. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing salad, a hearty stew, or a delightful dessert, these dishes capture the essence of the season. Embrace the beauty of spring’s ingredients and enjoy the flavors that come with it.

Nothing says spring quite like a fresh bounty of fruits, vegetables, and vibrant colors. Let’s dive into our Spring into Spring roundup, featuring all your new favorites, including delicious asparagus and rhubarb recipes!

Fresh Vegetables & Greens

Asparagus with Hollandaise Sauce

A spring classic! Tender asparagus paired with a creamy hollandaise sauce that takes it to the next level, creating a simple yet elegant dish. Perfect for brunch or as a side. White asparagus is more traditionally German- but green works and tastes just the same!

Roasted Asparagus

Roasting asparagus brings out its natural sweetness and enhances its flavor. This simple recipe is a quick and healthy side dish for any meal.

Cauliflower Bomb

This flavor-packed cauliflower bomb dish is exploding with delicious flavors. It's a fun-for-all, great way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable!

Savory Sides & Salads

Cucumber Salad with Sour Cream Dressing

A cool and refreshing cucumber salad made with crisp cucumbers and a tangy sour cream dressing. It’s light, crunchy, and the perfect accompaniment to any spring dish.

Spring Asparagus Salad

Asparagus salad offers the perfect balance of refreshing, flavorful, and colorful crunch. It's a unique spring dish that will make you the star of the potluck—in the best way! Perhaps a new picnic favorite?

Hasselback Potatoes

Thinly sliced potatoes roasted to golden perfection, with crispy edges and tender centers. These hasselback potatoes are both eye-catching and delicious, making them an ideal side dish.

Comforting Soup and Mains

Lentil Soup

A simple yet hearty lentil soup made with lentils and flavorful herbs, offering a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and nutritious. Spring weather can be so iffy and chilly, but one thing promised from this soup is a full cozy belly!

Kale, Potatoes, and Sausage Soup

This kale and sausage soup is filled with hearty potatoes, and flavorful sausage. It’s the ultimate comfort food, perfect for a cozy meal on a cool spring evening.

Flammkuchen - German Pizza

Enjoy your fresh asparagus bounty by making a traditional flammkuchen, or flammekueche - German pizza! It's versatile and oh- so simple.

Spring Sweets & Desserts

Fruit Flan

This beautiful fruit flan dessert features a delectable crust filled with custard or glaze, and topped with an assortment of fresh, seasonal fruits. It’s the perfect way to enjoy spring’s bounty.

Rote Grutze

A traditional rote grütze German dessert made with beautiful berries creating a vibrant, refreshing pudding-like treat. It’s a light and tasty way to end any meal. Pick your favorite berries and make it custom to your liking.

Peach Streusel Cake

Moist and fruity with a golden, crumbly topping, this peach streusel cake highlights the sweetness of fresh peaches. It’s an easy-to-make dessert that’s perfect for gatherings or a simple afternoon treat.

Rhubarb Dump Cake

Tangy rhubarb combines with a buttery topping in this no-fuss rhubarb dump cake dessert. It’s sweet, tart, and irresistibly comforting—ideal for a quick spring dessert.

These spring recipes offer something for everyone—from savory dishes to indulgent desserts. Whether you’re celebrating the season with a family meal or hosting friends, these recipes will bring a burst of fresh flavors to your table. Try them all and let the vibrant tastes of spring fill your kitchen!

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