Springtime. Easter. Fresh.

For all of us who are last-minute cooks, I have curated a list of Easter-worthy dishes to make life easy and your spring and Easter table filled with deliciousness. Nothing complicated. Everything can be made ahead and ingredients are easily sourced at most grocery stores. Happy Easter! Cheers to spring!

ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH GREEK FLAVORS

My adaptation of a recipe by Martha Stewart offers Greek flavors with nutrition and make-ahead ease. Can be prepared with zucchini or cucumbers

BEAN SALAD WITH SPUNK recipe here.

CREAMY BASIL DIP

A favorite since 2018, my Creamy Basil Dip--a hint of summertime, anytime. So easy and fresh and satisfying. 

GREEN BEAN & POTATO SALAD

Green Bean & Potato Salad has been popular since 2013. I keep forgetting how easy it is to make.

TZATZIKI CUCUMBER SALAD Here's the recipe in printable format.

ASPARAGUS WITH VINAIGRETTE & TOASTED ALMONDS

This one is a favorite of mine from the fabulous Ina Garten. She uses the dressing on her endive and Roquefort salad. I use it over asparagus. It's easy and so delicious.  I cook the asparagus ahead of time and bring them out of the refrigerator about one hour before whisking together the vinaigrette. The almonds are lightly toasted in a non-stick pan. For a quick dinner, you can pan-sear or poach chicken breasts, top with the asparagus and dress generously with the vinaigrette.