Updated May 15, 2024
Easter Recipes Everyone Will Love
In early spring, supermarket shelves are loaded with the most vibrant produce. And what better way to show off that bounty of healthy ingredients than with the best Easter menu? Since Easter eggs are colorful, I say let’s make the rest of the menu colorful and healthy! So here’s my official list of classic Easter recipes — with a twist! There’s exciting and unique vegetable dishes, the best egg recipes, impressive mains, and tantalizing desserts and nibbles that’ll tide you over from brunch to dinner.
The Best Deviled Eggs Recipes
A platter of deviled eggs is pretty much a necessity for Easter. But guess what? There’s endless variations you can make! And don’t forget to check out all my tips on how to boil eggs, Classic Deviled Eggs: You can never go wrong with a platter of these classic deviled eggs. Plus, you can always make them ahead of time! Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs: Make these deviled eggs when you want a little “wow factor.” Each egg is filled with fresh herbs, salty smoked salmon, and briny capers. Beet Pickled Deviled Eggs: There’s nothing like vibrant pink eggs for Easter, especially for a fun and delicious appetizer. Bacon Deviled Eggs: Little crispy bacon bits always makes thing taste 10x better — especially on deviled eggs! Spicy Deviled Eggs: Kick up the heat with these easy spicy deviled eggs that have a shot of sriracha, a hint of Dijon mustard, and a dash of cayenne pepper. Avocado Deviled Eggs: Add an extra green spin with fresh and creamy avocado!
Fun and Easy Easter Appetizers
These finger foods and bite-sized Easter recipes celebrate Spring flavors — every which way! The Best Hummus Recipe: A hummus crudité platter always hits the spot! But don’t get the packaged version because my homemade version is so easy and delicious. Green Goddess Hummus: What do you get when you combine classic hummus with loads of herbs? The most beautiful green goddess hummus! White Bean Dip: White beans are blended with fresh lemon, garlic, and thyme for the best creamy bean dip ever. Smoked Salmon Cheeseball: Dipping into a cream cheese ball is delicious. But this smoked salmon version is a chef’s kiss! Baked Tuna Meatballs: I love serving these bite-sized meatballs with homemade tzatziki. Perfect for an easy savory appetizer on a toothpick. Healthy Spinach Artichoke Dip: When can you ever go wrong with a bowl of warm spinach artichoke dip? Smoked Salmon, Avocado, And Cucumber Bites: Another fresh smoked salmon idea is to top it with avocado on cucumber bites!
Easter Brunch Ideas
There’s no holiday like Easter to get egg-cited about brunch. Round the table with a mix of fruity baked goods, veggie-filled dishes, and the best egg recipes. Spring Vegetable Frittata: Frittatas are always a great option for serving a group. And this version is loaded with the greatest Spring veggies! Smoked Salmon Frittata: Fill up your frittata with savory smoked salmon! It’s fresh, delicious, and a great way to get salmon in for brunch. Ultimate Breakfast Casserole: Another crowd winner is this breakfast casserole packed with sausage, bacon, and hearty veggies. Shakshuka: This dish has become a brunch staple over the years! Not only is it so easy to make with minimal ingredients, but it lets tomatoes have a shining moment on the breakfast table. Green Shakshuka: This version is perfect for using any leftover vegetables in your fridge! Healthy Eggs Benedict: Add more color and veggies at breakfast using sweet potato toast as the base. Then, I’ll show you how to create the perfect batch of oozy poached eggs and creamy hollandaise sauce! Paleo Banana Bread: Sweet and fluffy banana bread is always a great addition to a brunch table. And if you want muffins instead, I’ve got these paleo banana nut muffins that will hit the spot. Paleo Blueberry Muffins: These are studded with blueberries for a sweet, juicy, and fluffy bite! Paleo Pancakes: A stacked plate of these fluffy, gluten-free pancakes is a perennial winner. Crepes With Chia Seed Jam: If you want to get extra fancy (without tons of work), these crepes filled with chia seed jam are so easy to make! Spinach Artichoke Quiche With Grilled Spring Onions: Besides a frittata, this spinach artichoke quiche is runner-up!
Easter Recipe Side Dishes
These delicious side dishes and refreshing salads will complete your Easter brunch or dinner spread! Roasted Asparagus: Celebrate asparagus season with this simple yet flavorful roasted asparagus side! And if you have an air fryer, this air fryer asparagus can’t be beaten. Roasted Radish Salad: Did you know radishes turn semi-sweet when roasted? Then all you need to do is toss them with pearl onions, feta cheese, pine nuts, and a Dijon vinaigrette for the best side dish ever. Scalloped Potatoes: Sure, you can make creamy mashed potato or roasted potatoes and call it a day. But take it up a notch with this utterly delicious scalloped potato! Green Beans With Shallots And Lemon: Give green beans some love this season with shallots and fresh lemon. Sauteed Carrots with Bacon Dijon Dressing: Honey-glazed carrots are great for a sweet route. But if you want something a tad more savory, you’ll love this version coated in a bacon Dijon dressing. Coleslaw: A giant bowl of fresh coleslaw never fails. And if you’re not a fan of mayonnaise, this vinegar coleslaw will be your new go-to! French Carrot Salad: The combination of grated carrots with a honey Dijon mustard dressing is quite magical. Cobb Salad: This cobb salad puts those hard-boiled eggs to good use! Broccoli Salad: No matter the holiday, a giant bowl of this classic broccoli salad gets devoured fast. Berry Spinach Salad: This berry-forward salad is refreshing and sweet, especially with its raspberry vinaigrette. Greek Salad: Fresh Mediterranean flavors always deserve a spot on your Spring table. Just don’t forget to make a batch of my homemade Greek dressing! Classic Potato Salad: This creamy potato salad is another classic that will surely get everyone around the dinner table excited. Egg Salad: If you’re not making deviled eggs, a batch of this egg salad is runner-up! And if you want to spruce it up a bit, I’ve got a curried egg salad or avocado egg salad.
Best Easter Dinner Ideas
Baked ham or roasted chicken are no-brainers for stunning Easter recipes. But if you want to keep things light and delicate, I’ve got plenty of tasty seafood options to choose from! Honey-Baked Ham: If you’re celebrating with a large group, I always recommend this homemade honey-baked ham. It’s much easier than you think and tastes as good as the store-bought version! Side note, make this ham salad if you’ve got leftovers! Easy Roast Chicken: This classic roast chicken comes out perfectly golden and juicy — every single time. And if you have a slow cooker, this slow cooker whole chicken works just as well. Mediteranean Cod en Papillote: This is a fun way to serve up cod – in parchment paper pouches! It’s so easy – and with minimal cleanup. Garlic Herb Prime Rib: This beautiful hunk of meat is one of my favorite holiday dinners, especially for Easter! Garlic Herb Baked Cod: I love to make cod for a light and fresh seafood option. The garlic, butter, and herbs make this exceptionally delicious! Best Baked Salmon: This is a foolproof salmon recipe you can always depend on for tender and flavorful filets. Slow-Roasted Salmon with Fennel and Orange: If you’ve got time, this slow-roasted salmon will not disappoint. Plus, the fennel and orange amp up this showstopper dish. Orange Glazed Salmon: Salmon filets are coated with a savory and citrusy sauce. Now tell me that doesn’t sound good! Ultimate Chicken Salad: This is my version of a classic chicken salad recipe, but elevated. And it’s hearty enough to be a main dish. Shrimp Salad: Serve it as a side or main dish. It’s deliciously creamy with bits of crunchy celery and best served wrapped in lettuce cups. Easy Baked Halibut: If you love halibut (as I do), this recipe is a must-make. The mayonnaise herb topping is simple, yet divine. Scallops With Citrus Ginger Sauce: A hint of citrus and ginger gives scallops a bright and fresh new look.
Stunning Yet Easy Easter Desserts
Let’s be honest, the best part about Easter is the desserts! Fresh spring fruits were made to take center stage. But if you’re a chocolate lover, I’ve got a few sweet options for you too. Paleo Lemon Blueberry Cake: Without a doubt, I’d say this is everyone’s favorite spring dessert. Gluten-Free Lemon Bars: We love a good lemon bar for Easter — and trust me when I say that I’ve mastered the best gluten-free version yet. Gluten-Free Carrot Cake: This is my personal favorite Easter dessert recipe. Who can resist that cream cheese frosting? Coconut Crème Brûlée: These individual crème brûlées are perfect for serving to dinner guests. They’re smooth, silky, and finished with a caramelized topping. Vegan Caramel Cheesecake: With how good this cheesecake is, no one will even know it’s vegan. Chocolate Pots de Crème: This is the most luxurious (and easy to make) dessert. Each spoonful is decadently rich and oh, so chocolatey!
