Dinner ideas

45 sensational spring dinners

Jump into these fresh spring recipes using seasonal produce.
chicken satay skewers

Sick of winter curries and casseroles? As the weather warms and the days get longer, it’s time to change up the meal plan with more seasonally-appropriate dishes.

Below you’ll find a selection of spring dinners to re-invigorate the meal plan. Or try this collection of spring salad ideas.

01

Nacho salad

Spicy fish nacho salad

A simple super-charged salad inspired by a Mexican food favourite.

02

Jerk salmon

Jerk salmon with yoghurt potatoes

Master the art of quick and tasty weeknight dinners with this easy salmon recipe.

03

Hokkien mee with beef

Hokkien mee with beef

A quick and tasty dinner for busy weeknights.

04

Paprika lamb tray bake

Paprika lamb forequarter chops tray bake

A simple one-tray dinner ideal for busy weeknights.

05

Thai beef omelettes

Thai beef omelettes

Take your taste buds to Thailand with this filling and nutritious beef omelette.

06

Chilli chicken san choy bow

Chilli chicken san choy bow

This version has tasty chicken mince and extra chilli combined with cashews and water chestnuts.

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Green goodness in a bowl

Green goodness in a bowl

A brown rice vegie bowl topped with an avocado yoghurt dressing.

chicken satay skewers with crunchy salad

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Chicken satay skewers with crunchy salad

Chicken satay skewers with crunchy salad

Tender chicken skewers with delicious peanut sauce and crunchy salad makes a great lunch or light supper.

Pork larb with rice noodles

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Pork larb with rice noodles

Pork larb with rice noodles

Those delicious Thai larb flavours, served with rice noodles to make a flavour-packed, budget-friendly dinner.

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Chicken fried rice

Chicken fried rice

This Asian-inspired dinner is quick, simple and SO tasty!

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Nut-crusted barramundi with spiced kumara wedges

Nut-crusted barramundi with spiced sweet potato wedges

This nut-crusted fish and sweet potato chips with coconut dressing is the ideal homemade takeaway.

12

Lamb and bean nachos with salsa fresca

Lamb and bean nachos with salsa fresca

Take your taste-buds to Mexico with these cheesy lamb and bean nachos and zesty salsa fresca – easy to make and super delicious!

13

Lamb kofta

Lamb kofta with yoghurt

Try our Middle Eastern lamb kofta with spiced yoghurt and salad for a fresh and flavourful low-carb meal.

14

Salmon cakes

Salmon cakes with apple salad

Fresh and tasty.

15

Apricot chicken with rainbow rice

Sticky apricot chicken with rainbow rice

A vibrant and tasty dish.

16

Chicken stir fry with zucchini noodles

Chicken stir fry with zucchini noodles

This stir fry recipe uses zucchini noodles to create a light and tasty dinner for one.

17

Vermicelli noodle salad with lemongrass chicken

Vermicelli noodle salad with lemongrass chicken

Fresh and full of flavour.

18

Skirt steak with cauliflower

Skirt steak with roasted cauliflower, celeriac and seeds

You can use the barbecue or stove top for this recipe.

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Oven baked one pan risotto

Oven-baked risotto with chicken, rocket and tomato

A one-pan risotto recipe ideal for busy weeknights.

20

Chicken rice and greens mega bowl with tzatziki

Chicken rice and greens mega bowl with tzatziki

This healthy dinner bowl with brown rice, grilled chicken, avocado, kale and brussel sprouts served with fresh tzatziki dressing for a nuritious meal

Creamy bacon pumpkin spaghetti

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Pumpkin spaghetti with creamy bacon sauce

Pumpkin spaghetti with creamy bacon sauce

This pumpkin pasta recipe slashes the carbs in your favourite pasta dishes, leaving you free to enjoy this delicious creamy bacon sauce.

Tomato, prosciutto and mozzarella tart

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Tomato, prosciutto and mozzarella tart

Tomato, prosciutto and mozzarella tart

This simple tomato and prosciutto tart is taken to the next level with a zesty olive-based green sauce.

Kale and quinoa frittata

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Kale and quinoa frittata

This kale and quinoa frittata recipe is featured in Dr Joanna McMillan’s book – Brain Food. This dish is an excellent way to load up on healthy green veggies, loaded with Vitamin A and caretenoids for eye health.

Mushroom and spinach tarts with tomato salad

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Mushroom and spinach tarts with tomato salad

Mushroom and spinach tarts with tomato salad

asparagus frittata

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Asparagus frittata

Asparagus frittata

Make the most of summer asparagus with this easy, quick frittata. You could add a handful of thinly sliced swiss brown mushrooms when you cook the asparagus.

Asparagus and ricotta tart

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Loaded asparagus and ricotta galette

Loaded asparagus and ricotta galette

asparagus and goat's cheese party pizzas

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Asparagus and goat’s cheese party pizzas

Asparagus and goat’s cheese party pizzas

Serve slices of this moreish pizza at your next party and watch as they quickly disappear.

Salad Nicoise

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Salad Niçoise

Salad Niçoise

Discover this classic French tuna salad —it’s delicious, filling and packed with fresh vegies and egg. Characterised by beans, olives & easy dressing

rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

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Rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

Rocket, gruyère and ham soufflé omelette

Pork and sage meatballs with cabbage and pear

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Pork and sage meatballs with cabbage and pear

Pork and sage meatballs with cabbage and pear

Golden meatballs and colourful vegetables tossed with sweet fried pear slices – this dish makes a heavenly lunch or dinner.

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Asparagus and fetta frittata

This scrumptious asparagus and fetta fritatta can be made ahead, stored, then reheated later. Perfect starters for a dinner party or summer BBQ.

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Zucchini ‘spaghetti’ with tomato and fetta

Zucchini ‘spaghetti’ with tomato and fetta

Spaghetti-like strands are created from zucchini in this recipe instead of any actual pasta, which also makes this dish a great gluten-free option.

angel hair pasta with smoked salmon & asparagus

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Angel hair pasta with smoked salmon & asparagus

For those evenings when you need something tasty for dinner in double quick time, this delicious angel hair pasta with smoked salmon and asparagus can be on your table in under 15 minutes.

Beef and vegetable rolls

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Beef and vegetable rolls

Beef and vegetable rolls

Sweet and sticky Asian-style rolls with beef and asparagus

Smoked salmon and asparagus quiche

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Salmon and asparagus quiche

Salmon and asparagus quiche

Tasty, wholesome salmon and asparagus quiche is the perfect idea for dinner tonight. Full of rich flavour and nutritious ingredients.

Grilled fish with salsa verde

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Grilled fish with salsa verde

Enjoy this tasty, succulent grilled fish with a zesty salsa verde for dinner tonight – perfect for the whole family.

37

Broad bean and parmesan ravioli

Looking for healthy delicious dinner ideas? Look no further than this broad bean and parmesan ravioli – simply divine.

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Roasted capsicum and labne salad

Enjoy the freshness of this deliciously comforting vegetarian roasted capsicum and labne salad – tasty, healthy, and perfect for Spring evenings!

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Fattoush

Fattoush

A colourful salad bursting with fresh produce. It’s refreshing, crisp and satisfying.

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Spinach and broccolini pasta with rocket and walnut pesto

Spinach and broccolini pasta with rocket and walnut pesto

The walnuts in this divine homemade pesto offer a veritable array of antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nutrients. Plus, it tastes incredible tossed through this tasty vegetarian pasta dish.

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Fish with fennel, lemon and capers

Fish with fennel, lemon and capers

Wonderfully fragrant and light, this zesty fennel and fish recipe is beautiful served with a green salad for a healthy and delicious meal.

broad bean orecchiette

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Broad bean and ricotta orecchiette

Healthy and delicious – this nourishing broad bean and ricotta orecchiette is perfect for dinner with the family any night of the week!

Savoury eggplant and Haloumi Quiche

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Savoury eggplant and haloumi quiche

Savoury eggplant and haloumi quiche

This delicious vegetarian quiche is packed full of flavour from the salty haloumi, hearty eggplant and divine golden crust. Cut yourself a slice and enjoy warm or cool.

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Chow mein

Chow mein

Fast and delicious.

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Vietnamese beef salad

Vietnamese beef salad

Fresh, zesty and full of flavour.

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