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Tomato, Fava Bean and Smoked Gouda Salad and 27 More Spring Recipes

Spring is here, and the farmers' markets are renewed! Fruits and vegetables abound. Now what to do with all the asparagus? We've got your recipes covered.

By Gloria Dawson

Tomato, Fava Bean and Smoked Gouda Salad

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An Easy and refreshing summer salad, this dish is a perfect seasonal side dish.

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Tomato, Fava Bean and Smoked Gouda Salad recipe.

Chilled Cucumber-Melon Soup with Radish Salsa

cucumber soup, soup, radish, cucumber Chilled Cucumber-Melon Soup with Radish Salsa recipe This cool soup is super refreshing, and it\'s easy to prepare – just a few quick turns in the blender.\r\n\r\n

Chilled Cucumber-Melon Soup with Radish Salsa recipe.

Corn Pancakes with Spicy Peas

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Cooking for someone who turns their nose up at peas? This spicy dish will turn anyone into a veggie lover.

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Corn Pancakes with Spicy Peas recipe.

Braised Baby Artichokes with Olives

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A simple spring side dish.

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Wild Salmon with Ginger and Green Onions

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This seasonal dish is perfect for a quick dinner.

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Wild Salmon with Ginger and Green Onions recipe.

Spring Frittata

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Spring Frittata recipe.

Cucumber and Winter Purslane Yogurt Salad

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A cool and refreshing salad perfect for a warm spring day.

Cucumber and Winter Purslane Yogurt Salad recipe.

Tomato, Melon and Cucumber Salad

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Juicy melon adds a sweet surprise to this salad.

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Tomato, Melon and Cucumber Salad recipe.

Warm Asparagus and Citrus Salad

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A perfect dish for that overlap between late winter and early spring, when citrus is still available and asparagus has started to pop up at the market. \r\nRecipe courtesy of food blogger Laura Sampedro of An Olive Tree Grows in Manhattan.

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Warm Asparagus and Citrus Salad recipe.

Spring Pea Tortellini

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Laura Sampedro, food blogger for An Olive Tree Grows in Manhattan, likes to leave spring peas as untouched as possible when they are the focus of the dish.

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Spring Pea Tortellini recipe.

Whole Wheat Pita Pizzas with Vegetables

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Try this dish with any in season veggies you have on hand.

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Whole Wheat Pita Pizzas with Vegetables recipe.

Shrimp Spring Rolls and Lettuce Wraps

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The perfect light appetizer for spring or summer.

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Shrimp Spring Rolls and Lettuce Wraps recipe.

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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Asparagus and White Beans

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Flavorful and nutritious this vegan dish is sure to satisfy.

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Quinoa Salad with Roasted Asparagus and White Beans recipe.

Spaghetti with Artichokes, Beans and Spinach

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Spaghetti with Artichokes, Beans and Spinach recipe.

Collard Greens with Bacon and Cider Vinegar

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Smoky bacon and tangy cider vinegar are perfect complements to hearty collard greens.

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Collard Greens with Bacon and Cider Vinegar recipe.

Cucumber Crudité Dip

spring recipe, cucumber crudite Cucumber Crudité Dip Pair this with other seasonal veggies and it\'s the perfect appetizer for any outdoor gathering.

Cucumber Credité recipe.

Spicy Tofu and Asparagus Stir‑Fry

stir-fry, asparagus Spicy Tofu and Asparagus Stir‑Fry Add some kick to your stir-fry.\r\n

Spicy Tofu and Asparagus Stir‑Fry recipe.

Puree of Fresh Pea Soup, Garnished with Crispy Trout and Salmon Cake and Creme Fraiche

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This unique pea soup recipe is courtesy of Francesco Tonelli.

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Puree of Fresh Pea Soup, Garnished with Crispy Trout and Salmon Cake recipe.

Asparagus with Shiitake Mushrooms and Bacon

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Asparagus with Shiitake Mushrooms and Bacon recipe.

Pasta with Garden Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella

tomato, pasta, mozzarella pasta with garden tomatoes and fresh mozzarella The perfect dish to show off your garden\'s tomatoes. \r\n

Pasta with Garden Tomatoes and Fresh Mozzarella recipe.

Eggplant and Olive Pâté

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Eggplant and Olive Pâté recipe.

Asparagus Gratin

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Asparagus Gratin recipe.

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers

bruschetta, roasted peppers, spring recipe bruschetta with roasted peppers A delicious twist on the classic tomato bruschetta. \r\n

Bruschetta with Roasted Peppers recipe.

Salsa Fresca

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Salsa Fresca recipe.

Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

strawberry, rhubarb, pie strawberry rhubarb pie recipe This dessert is perfect for showcasing the subtle flavors of rhubarb.\r\n

Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie recipe

Yogurt Cake with Blueberry Sauce

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Yogurt Cake with Blueberry Sauce recipe

Fresh Strawberry Pie

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Fresh Strawberry Pie recipe

Spaghetti with Green Garlic and Olive Oil

oil oil, green garlic, pasta spaghetti with green garlic and olive oil recipe The delicate flavor of green garlic shines through in this simple spring dish.\r\n

Spaghetti with Green Garlic and Olive Oil recipe.