Now, let’s dive into a delightful collection of nutritious recipes that celebrate the vibrant flavours of spring! 🌼🌿
1. Asparagus Risotto
Lemony Asparagus Risotto with leeks and basil—light and creamy with vibrant color and flavor, perfect for spring! A tasty vegetarian meal or a beautiful base for seafood (salmon, halibut, sea bass, shrimp, or scallops), chicken, or try seared mushrooms!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Arborio rice
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 leek, thinly sliced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- Fresh basil leaves
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large skillet, sauté the leeks in olive oil until softened.
- Add the Arborio rice and stir to coat with the oil.
- Pour in the white wine and cook until absorbed.
- Gradually add the vegetable broth, one ladleful at a time, stirring constantly until the rice is creamy and cooked.
- Blanch the asparagus in boiling water for 2 minutes, then plunge into ice water to retain its vibrant color.
- Fold the blanched asparagus and lemon zest into the risotto.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese if desired.
2. Spring Vegetable Pot Pie
Vegan Pot Pie with Spring Vegetables is loaded with vibrant fresh veggies and flavorful herbs cooked in a delicious creamy lemon mustard sauce and topped with a flaky puff pastry crust. A cozy, spring-inspired meal!
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet of puff pastry
- 1 cup green peas
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup diced carrots
- 1 cup chopped green beans
- 1 leek, thinly sliced
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Fresh thyme leaves
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, sauté the leeks until softened.
- Add the carrots and green beans, and cook for a few minutes.
- Stir in the vegetable broth, almond milk, Dijon mustard, and lemon zest.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add the green peas and fresh thyme leaves.
- Transfer the vegetable mixture to a baking dish.
- Roll out the puff pastry and cover the filling.
- Brush with almond milk and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
3. Carrot Orechiette with Carrot Top Gremolata
A simple and delicious VEGAN recipe for Creamy Carrot Pasta with Carrot Top Gremolata (optional) and Toasted Bread Crumbs. Flavourful and healthy!
Ingredients:
- 8 oz orechiette pasta
- 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 orange
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Carrot tops (finely chopped) for gremolata
Instructions:
- Cook the orechiette according to package instructions.
- In a separate pan, sauté the garlic in olive oil until fragrant.
- Add the sliced carrots and cook until tender.
- Toss the cooked pasta with the carrot mixture.
- Add orange zest, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper.
- For the gremolata, mix finely chopped carrot tops with olive oil and sprinkle over the pasta.
- Top with toasted bread crumbs for extra crunch.
These recipes celebrate the bounty of spring, and each bite is a reminder of nature’s renewal. Enjoy the freshness and nourishment these dishes bring to your table! 🌱🌼
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