What to Cook This April
Updated by Kathryne Taylor on August 30, 2024
Spring is here, daffodils and all, and I’m just thrilled about it. April brings more seasonal produce to the table, including asparagus, beets and peas. You’ll find the full list below, and even more spring recipes here.
Asparagus
Spring Veggie Stir-Fry
Easily gluten free and vegan
“Love this stir-fry! I have made it several times now, all with different vegetables, and it has turned out great every time. So delicious and full of flavor. Thanks!” – Kiara
Avocado
Veggie Breakfast Sandwich
Potentially gluten free
“OMG these are so unbelievably delicious! I love the freshness and bite of the onion and arugula. This egg cooking method is a total game changer. This sandwich will definitely be added to my breakfast rotation! Thanks, Kate! And Cookie is such a cutie” – Nicole
Beets
Colorful Beet Salad with Carrot, Quinoa & Spinach
Gluten free and vegan
“This could be THE best salad I have ever made. I have a vegan friend who I am always trying to find interesting recipes for and she also loved it. I made it exactly as per your recipe apart from adding a mixture of toasted almond flakes and pumpkins seeds.” – Heather
Broccoli
Perfect Roasted Broccoli
Gluten free and vegan
This recipe is brand new, so please let me know how your broccoli turns out!
Brussels Sprouts
Coconut Rice with Brussels Sprouts from The Love and Lemons Cookbook
Gluten free and vegan
“Made this for dinner last night and it was wonderful! I can hardly wait for my Love and Lemons cookbook to arrive tomorrow. Thank you again” – Luann
More Brussels sprout recipes »
Cabbage
Simple Seedy Slaw
Gluten free and vegan
“Super easy to make and delicious, to boot! I forgot to pick up carrots so mine was cabbage only. Didn’t matter, my taste buds were beyond pleased.” – Sondra
Cauliflower
Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup
Gluten free and easily vegan
“Just finished making (and eating) this and it was absolutely delightful! Next time I will make a double batch because although I was making this for lunch this week, already half of it has disappeared! Thank you for the recipe!” – Cheryl
Citrus fruits
Honey Lemon Curd
Gluten free
“It turned out just perfect! Thank you for this wonderful recipe!” – Yelena
More lemon recipes » (also grapefruit, orange, lime and clementine)
Greens
Arugula, Dried Cherry and Wild Rice Salad with a Zippy Lemon Dressing
Gluten free and easily vegan
“We absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this salad. Our crowd includes a 4 and 6 yr old. Your recipes are all delicious and we have greatly enjoyed so many of them.” – Leigh
More arugula recipes » (also spinach)
Mushrooms
Arugula and Cremini Quiche with Gluten-Free Almond Meal Crust
Gluten free
“You just won my meat-eating friends over with this quiche! They’re going to be running over to C+K now for recipes! Thanks again for another hit! It’s so easy to be a “chef” with these fail proof recipes!” – Deepthi
Peas
Lemony Green Pasta with Peas & Ricotta
Easily gluten free and vegan
“Loved this pasta and my kids thought it was GREAT! It was our St. Patrick’s Day dinner. :) They usually do not ‘green’ but after a polite bite they were wowed by the lemon.” – Malinda
Radishes
Lemony Lentil and Chickpea Salad with Radish and Herbs
Gluten free and easily vegan
“This. This was what I wanted tonight. Thank you for an amazing dinner!” – Debra
Sweet Potatoes
Mediterranean Roasted Sweet Potato & Farro Salad
Easily vegan
“I made this for supper tonight, and I love it! There might not be leftovers for tomorrow’s lunch. My grocery store didn’t have sumac, but I’ll have to get some for next time, because I’m definitely making it again!” – Emilie
Don’t forget to tag your recipe photos #cookieandkate so we can all see them! If you’re looking for an ingredient that didn’t make the list, check my new ingredient index for relevant recipes.
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Yes we love your recipes why are first we were drawn here. Now seeing Grace snd your new lab so precious adorable snd brings such joy. Thanks for sharing your beautiful family. Can’t wait to try recipes
Thank you, Maria!
These posts are great. I absolutely love your farro salads and make them on repeat! Would love more if you’re feeling inspired. I tried to create my own recipe, but it was not great.
Thank you so much Kate for continuing to bring us wonderful recipes! I know you are so busy with all the bearers of that cuteness!! Happy Spring!
I’ve made your Spring Veggie Stir Fry twice in the last two weeks. The first time we enjoyed it over brown rice, the second time over bulgur. My husband loved it and I do too!! Love that your recipes are so fresh and healthy. I gave your cookbook to my daughter, daughter-in-law and myself for Christmas. Love all the recipes. The granola recipe is fabulous and addictive. Thank you for giving us these wonderful and delicious recipes to enjoy.
Linda, thank you so much for your note! Delighted to hear that my recipes are turning out well for you. Thank you for supporting my book, too! That really means a lot.
Hi Kate – I waited a few days to send you a message because – well – it is just so sad when you lose a pet. I have lost so so many and each one takes a piece of my heart when they go. And then there are some who seem to take my entire heart with them. But then another comes along – and well – you know how it goes. I’m going to share some advice – and everyone has a different thought on this. But years ago my girl Lucy passed away. The next morning my mom came to the house when the funeral director picked her up. I was a wreck and my mom asked me to run errands with her. To my surprise – she drove straight to the shelter. I was still crying and asked what in the world she was doing. She said – I’m going to go walk a dog who needs some attention. Want to come? I said no – but after a few minutes I got out of the car and went and walked dogs that were just begging for attention. That became my way to find peace and solace and gave me that feel good feeling because I was helping a dog. I decided it was time to get another and I went to every shelter and every adoption fair – and I realized that we don’t pick out our dogs. They pick us. I was so sad because I wanted a dog so badly. Each day as I left the shelter I would say good-bye to all the dogs. And one day – there was a precious little girl sitting in the corner of her cage. I walked back and she licked my fingers. I took her outside to a running pen and she ran to the end and ran back, sat down and leaned against me. I knew she was the one. I adopted Daisy and she lived for 19 years. I had to let her go 4 years ago – and that opened the door for Lola. But my message is – be open to the communication from them. You may not be ready – but one might just think you are. And – I always feel it is the absolute greatest tribute to take that love you have learned from your friend and pass it on to another in need. Cookie taught you to love in a very special way – pass that on. Be open to a new heart coming into your life. She taught you and it is such a great way to honor her memory. Take care and my thoughts are with you.
Thank you for your kind words, Johanna!
I am in my 80’s and have lost a number of dogs. The pain never goes away, but you will live to love another wonderful dog.
I wanted to tell you yesterday how sorry I am that Cookie is gone. Couldn’t find the right place. Anyway, please accept my condolences. Losing a a dog is heartbreaking. Dogs find their way deep into your heart and change your life forever. I have been there too. I hope all your wonderful memories of Cookie will bring you comfort through the worst of this and onward from there.
Just wanted to reach out and say how sorry I am that you lost your beloved Cookie! What a lovely tribute to a beautiful pup…
I also have to tell you that so far all of your recipes have been spot on! Easy to make, and easier to eat! thank you thank you thank you for sharing your talent and making a vegetarian lifestyle less boring and bland, and way more “doable” !!
Hugs to you and your family as you grieve.
I am so sorry for your loss. Dogs are the most amazing companions and it’s just heartbreaking when we have to say good-bye to them. I hope you find peace in remembering all the wonderful times you and Cookie had together.
Thanks for all your wonderful recipes! I so appreciate having your blog to go to when I’m searching for something new and delicious to cook.
This list of recipes is exactly what I’m looking for. Seasonal viruses hanging around my household have got me jonesing for some fresh, healthy spring meals.
Thinking of you, your family and Cookie. Thanks for sharing her with us all.
I just opened your most recent email and read about Cookie. I am sorry for your loss, I too have lost a beloved pet and know the complete heartache it causes. I hope in time you find joy in the memories, I will certainly enjoy looking at all the Cookie photos in your cookbook.
My husband and I love all of your recipes. I look forward to seeing what you are cooking up in the future.
Take good care
Thank you for sharing your kind words, Cindy. I appreciate all your support.
So sorry for your loss! So sorry to hear about Cookie!