I’m so ready for warmer temperatures and cooking some of my favourite Spring recipes.

While it’s a bit of a transition month for seasonal ingredients, I still have you covered with inspiration for recipes to make in March!

Is Spring in the air where you are? We are having the most beautiful week of March weather which makes me want to make lighter, fresh meals.

Two of my go-to cookbooks for cooking seasonally are: Food 52’s A New Way to Dinner and Date Night In.

I love these books because they have a section for each season which brings constant inspiration in the kitchen. Plus, both books give you full menu options OR you can just make one dish from the list. It’s really up to you!

We’ve also been making my Easy & Healthy Baked Lemon Chicken on repeat lately. The lemon brings such a fresh flavour and this dish goes so well with delicious greens! You could even meal-prep the chicken and then use in salads for the week. So many options!

And speaking of salads we still have my Citrus Chopped Salad in our heavy dinner rotation; citrus season is STILL on so if you haven’t enjoyed enough yet add some to your basket next time you’re at the market.

What else is there to make this month? Here are some of my favourite recipes to make in March:

Carrots – Peanut Chicken Power Bowls

Citrus – Easy Healthy Baked Lemon Chicken

Greens – The Best Green Tropical Smoothie

Mushrooms – Mushroom Tart

Peas – Easy Pea Soup

Peppers – Shakshuka (Poached Eggs in Tomato Sauce)

And if you are looking for a delicious baking project for the weekend, my Saskatoon Berry Lemon Scones are THE most popular on the blog! If you don’t have access to Saskatoon berries, try blueberries – they will be just as delicious.

I look forward to see what you’re cooking this Spring!

Until the next cooking adventure.
Jess

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I LOVE a good smoothie recipe; they’re so versatile in flavour and when you can enjoy them.

So, I’m sharing with you my top smoothie recipes that are tried and tested, smoothies that I make all the time!

Variety of flavours is key for keeping smoothie recipes fresh.

From mixing tart and sweet ingredients, to using seasonal ingredients, there is a smoothie recipe to suit everyone’s taste!

Blueberry Bliss Smoothie: I’ve always liked blueberries and this smoothie in my mind is a perfect combination; blueberries and maple syrup for a little sweet; then greek yogurt and almond butter for creaminess; and, ginger to give a tartness.

Tropical Blood Orange Smoothie: With a blend of the tangy citrus from the blood orange, a bit of sweetness from raspberries and mango, plus coconut milk to add some creaminess, this Tropical Blood Orange Smoothie has it all.

Mojito Smoothie: Filled with mint, lime and coconut, these flavours are lively and refreshing; a quick and healthy sip to give you energy in the morning.

Tropical Smoothie: A mix of all of your favourite beachy flavours like mango and coconut, this Tropical Smoothie is a perfect morning pick-me-up!

And finally, my Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie! A mix of oats, dates, cinnamon and almond milk gives you that perfect cookie flavour for when you are looking for something with a little sweetness.

My 5 favourite smoothie recipes are versatile and there is something to suit any craving, any time of year.

So, which smoothie suits your tastes?! I’d love to know in the comments below!

Until the next cooking adventure,
Jess

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