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The Most Delicious Recipes to Cook in March, According to Our Editors
We’re ushering in spring with lemon cakes, creamy dill sauces, crunchy salads, and more.
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27 Most Delicious & Easy Recipes to Cook in March, According to Our Editors
Alexandra FosterAssistant Editor
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
March always feels like we’re just on the precipice of spring. It’s the promise of warmer weather, flowers blooming, and more time spent outdoors. While we can’t control or predict the actual temperature, we can usher in the new season with some lighter (yet still flavor-packed) recipes as we move away from the heartier stews and stick-to-your-ribs comfort foods we’ve enjoyed during the holiday season.
For our editors here at The Kitchn, some clear themes emerged in regards to what we’re planning to cook in March. Fresh dill takes center stage in this creamy salmon recipe and this one-pot lemon and chicken meatball orzo dish. Anything lemon is also welcomed with open arms — especially lemon raspberry muffins and lemon Parmesan chicken tenders. Plus, we’ve got a host of different salads — some with creamy avocado dressings, and others that are lighter and emphasize crunch.
Whether you’re making an easy weeknight dinner or family brunch, or you’re hosting a gathering for St. Patrick’s Day, here are 27 meals you’ll totally want to make this March.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
Lemon Parmesan Chicken Tenders
Our Associate Recipe Producer Jan instantly bookmarked this recipe as soon as it came out. "They look so crispy and delicious, plus they're baked (no deep-frying, which is a big win)."
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Kaitlin Wayne
Lemon Loaf Cake
Lemon just screams spring, and this easy iced loaf cake is a must for lemon-lovers. Using butter, oil, and sour cream guarantees the most deliciously moist and tender crumb.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Brett Regot
Gochujang Cacio e Pepe
Gochujang, a spicy Korean paste, comes together with Pecorino Romano cheese and black pepper for this flavorful weeknight dinner. We're looking forward to making it in March as a twist on the classic Italian pasta dish.
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Credit: Photo: Joe Lingeman; Food Styling: Barrett Washburne
Gỏi Gà (Vietnamese Shredded Chicken and Cabbage Salad)
Our Senior Lifestyle Editor Quinn loves making this Vietnamese slaw chicken salad "to feel a little bit closer to spring (and summer!). It's easy to make, lasts basically forever in the fridge so it's perfect for packed lunches, and it truly only gets better as it marinates. Warmth, I can almost feel you!" she says.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Stylist: Janette Zepeda
Cortadillo
Silky vanilla frosting and cloud-soft cake come together in the most irresistible way. Our Editor-in-Chief Lindsay has wanted to make it ever since Janette developed it, and "what better excuse than celebrating [my son's] 1st birthday? (My gift to myself!)"
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Olushola Wadley
Kale Crunch Salad
Inspired by the popular version from Chick-fil-A, this salad has a little extra “crunch," thanks to a savory, nutty mix of almonds, panko breadcrumbs, garlic, and sunflower seeds. It's light yet satisfying, and a great way to usher in spring.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Kaitlin Wayne
Lemon Raspberry Muffins
These muffins are the perfect way to start any March morning. They’re light and tender, with a just-sweet-enough bright, lemon-y flavor and pockets of sweet-tart berries.
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Credit: Photo: Vicky Wasik ; Food Stylist: Rachel Perlmutter
Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Our Associate Food Editor Andrea is almost ready to start transitioning from heavy winter food to slightly lighter fare, and this salad is the perfect middle ground. "Hearty roasted veg with greens and a light (also roasted!) lemon vinaigrette is the perfect transition dish with one foot in each season," she says.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Brett Regot
Creamy Lemon-Dill Salmon
Our Food Editor Patty also can't stop thinking about this creamy lemon dill salmon recipe. "I think it will make a great dinner this spring," she says. The best part is that it all comes together in one pan.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Anna Billingskog
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
The secret to incredibly light and lofty ricotta pancakes? Whipped egg whites. These pancakes are all we're making for brunch this month.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
Espagueti Verde
Roasted poblano peppers, jalapeño, Mexican crema, and queso fresco come together to create creamy, flavorful pasta perfection that I've been dreaming of ever since the recipe published.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
Greek Salmon Patties
Fresh salmon, baby spinach, dill, and tangy feta come together with minimal prep — and because the patties cook on a sheet pan, cleanup is just as easy as the recipe itself! You'll want to add this to your March dinner rotation.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
Lemon Pudding Cake
Love cake and pudding? This easy dessert dishes up the best of both worlds. "As a way to will spring weather into existence," Lindsay is going to make this in March. "Seventy-five 5-star ratings can't lie!" she says.
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Credit: Photo: Alex Lepe; Food Styling: Janette Zepeda
Beef Lo Mein
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