This is not a drill: ramps season has officially arrived.

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The addition of ricotta, coconut milk, and shredded coconut makes these pancakes taste like a tropical vacation, not to mention the easy strawberry syrup (literally just strawberries mixed with maple syrup) that you'll want to eat with a spoon.

Recipe: Mini Coconut Ricotta Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup

Load this casserole up with all the seasonal spring veggies you can find. It's perfect for prepping ahead and feeding a crowd (or yourself!).

What happens when you combine the greatest spring cake with the greatest breakfast? You get this carrot cake coffee cake. Grated carrots yield a moist, tender crumb, while the streusel topping adds a satisfying crunch. Yeah, you'll want to make this one.

Run, don't walk, because ramp season is finally here. This wild-foraged vegetable only springs up (haha, get it?) during a short window in April, so if you see 'em, grab 'em. They have a pungent garlic flavor and a slight oniony sweetness that works great in these buttery, cheesy scones.

Need a 15-minute appetizer that takes zero effort but will impress any guest? Well, you've found your answer. Hot tip: Freeze the tuna for 15–30 minutes to make it easier to slice.

Recipe: Simple Tuna Crudo with Lemon Caper Dressing

These grilled artichokes are exactly how you want to celebrate the beginning of grill season and artichoke season. If you're intimidated by all the prepping and trimming involved with cooking artichokes, this recipe takes you step-by-step, so no need to fret!

Recipe: Grilled Artichokes with Garlic, Parsley, and Lemon

That head of cabbage and bunch of carrots wilting in your fridge are begging you to make this savory Korean pancake. It's simple and customizable — try mixing up the vegetables or adding your favorite protein. 

Recipe: Crispy Korean Vegetable Pancakes (Yachaejeon)

Shrimp tacos instantly make me think of summer. It might be a little early, but these flavorful grilled shrimp with a cooling cilantro sauce and slaw will have you dreaming of warmer days and backyard BBQs.

Recipe: Grilled Shrimp Tacos With Creamy Cilantro Sauce

This Southern Italian-inspired pasta dish is equal parts decadent and refreshing. The asparagus is peeled into ribbons, so you can trick your vegetable-hating kids into thinking they're "green noodles."

A thin, crispy chicken cutlet is the ultimate comfort meal. Pair it with a bright arugula salad with Granny Smith apples, and you have a balanced spring dinner ready in under 40 minutes. 

Recipe: Crusted Chicken Romano Cutlets with Peppery Arugula Salad

Soup season may be over, but gazpacho season is just beginning. This refreshing cold soup requires zero cooking and is completely vegan (the creaminess comes from full-fat coconut milk!).

Tilapia fillets are a great thing to have on hand in your freezer — they're budget-friendly and so easy to throw in the oven. Serve this recipe with a simple dressed salad, rice, or even as tacos.

Recipe: Chili Lime Baked Tilapia with Avocado Crema

Spicy, savory, fresh — this beef larb has it all. The spiciness of the beef is toned down by the coconut rice, plus the refreshing acidity from a squeeze of lime on top. The flavors are so well-balanced, you'll find yourself making it on repeat.

Recipe: Spicy Beef Larb with Coconut Rice

Grill some chicken, grab a can of artichoke hearts, and make a bright lemon dressing for this pasta salad that makes the perfect BBQ side or weeknight dinner. Customize it to your liking, or even grill fresh artichokes since they're in season.

Recipe: Lemon Chicken Artichoke Pasta Salad

Peas? On pizza? Yes, it's real, and it's delicious (you can even blitz them in the food processor for a chunky mash rather than keeping them whole). Use your favorite store-bought dough for a weeknight-friendly pizza, or try your hand at homemade for a weekend pizza party.

This cheesy asparagus-stuffed chicken is begging to be your next date-night meal. Serve with some roasted potatoes (ideally cooked in all that fond and juice from the chicken), and you'll fall in love.

Recipe: Asparagus-Stuffed Chicken Breast

Prep this couscous salad for the week, and you'll never forget to eat lunch again. Add grilled chicken, shrimp, or a can of chickpeas to boost the protein.

Recipe: Spring Pea Feta Couscous Salad with Basil Vinaigrette

With smoky, umami-forward mushrooms and refried beans, you won't miss the meat for a second in these vegan tacos. Don't skip the five-minute chipotle pecan pesto for an extra kick.

Recipe: Portobello Fajita Tacos with Chipotle Pecan Pesto

Is there anything more comforting that a bowl of brothy pasta and peas? Maybe the comfort of having it all come together in one pot and achieving a creamy texture thanks to the pasta starch.

Recipe: Pasta e Piselli (Pasta with Peas)

Who knew canned salmon could look so beautiful?! It also makes this recipe a breeze (but, of course, you can always cook your own salmon).

These potstickers are basically spring in a parcel. Play around with the veggies and use your favorites. You can also prep them ahead, freezing after assembling and steaming or pan-frying when you're ready to eat.

If risotto has always intimidated you, then this minimal-stir method will be right up your alley. The trick is to add a lot of liquid at the beginning. It'll seem like too much, but have some trust and patience, and you'll be greeted with a stunning risotto.

Recipe: Easier Risotto with Roasted Fennel and Olives

Sick of the usual pesto? Try this broccoli rabe and pistachio version. Creamy burrata dolloped on top helps offset that slight bitterness of the broccoli rabe, but ricotta can also do the trick.

Recipe: Broccoli Rabe and Pistachio Pesto Pasta with Burrata

The vibrant, smoky chimichurri in this recipe cuts through the fattiness of the chicken thighs like a dream. The chicken is seasoned simply with salt and pepper, letting those fresh herbs really shine.

Recipe: Crispy Chicken Thighs with Charred Green Onion Chimichurri

Lemon, asparagus, and dill are pretty much the holy trinity of spring. Goat cheese adds a nice tang and creaminess, but you can substitute feta or ricotta if it's not your thing.

Strawberry shortcake can be a little tricky to nail, but strawberry shortcake bread? A walk in the park. Plus, it's made with fresh strawberries to really take advantage of the season's best fruit.

Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Bread with Strawberry Glaze

While the exact origins of this traditional Middle Eastern cake are unknown, it's undeniable that it will make you fall in love. Made with almond flour, rose water, citrus zest, warm spices, and pistachios, it's incredibly flavorful (and gorgeous, to boot).

If you want to make someone think you worked way harder on dessert than you did, make them palmiers. All it takes is some premade puff pastry, sugar, and, in this case, freeze-dried strawberries to make this elegant sweet treat. Dunk them in tea or coffee for the best results.

This refreshing, herby mocktail is perfect for sipping on your patio while you bask in the sun for the first time in three months. Blueberry season isn't quite here yet, so feel free to opt for frozen (it'll also make a jammier syrup).

Recipe: Sparkling Blueberry Ginger Mocktail

This crisp, bright cocktail is perfect for anyone who's not a fan of sugary drinks but is a fan of drinking something that smells like a garden.