spring menu options for Easter & beyond

plus a deal on my new course: The Blood Sugar Method

Some of my fondest Easter memories are from the years we hosted Easter egg hunts on our country property in Occidental, California. I remember watching little ones scramble through fields and gardens, checking every nook and cranny for hidden treasures (even the chicken coop where they would sometimes find a “real” egg)—and that memorable rainy year when muddy footprints marked every surface of our home! And then there was the year my son Nolan hatched a clutch of duck eggs in his incubator. They followed him everywhere as if he were their papa! While those early celebrations centered around the thrill of the hunt, our Easter gatherings have evolved as our children have grown.

Lauren in the garden hunting for eggs (L), and the year Nolan hatched duck eggs in his incubator! (R)

Today, our focus has shifted to sharing a leisurely Spring brunch together. This menu honors both traditions—sophisticated enough for grown up palates while keeping the festive spirit of those muddy egg hunt days alive. From classic dishes like Maple Glazed Ham to lighter options like Grilled Scallops with Asparagus or Salmon with Citrus, there's something here for everyone. Whether you're hosting an elaborate brunch or an intimate family dinner, these recipes celebrate the abundance of Spring and the joy of gathering around the table.

Spring Brunch Menu

All recipes are refined sugar-free, gluten-free, grain-free, and low glycemic to support blood sugar balance and metabolic health.

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Appetizers + Bites

• Lemon Pepper Asparagus

• Garlicky Green Beans

• Asparagus, Cucumber + Feta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

• Green Pea + Edamame Soup

Main Course Ideas

• Maple Glazed Ham (traditional for Easter)

• Roasted Chicken

• Green Beans + Feta Frittata

• Asparagus + Mushroom Frittata

• Slow Roasted Salmon with Citrus

• Grilled Scallops + Asparagus on Greens

• Baked Cod with Green Beans + Carrots

Fresh Spring Sides

• Mixed Greens, Cucumber + Pecan Salad

• Sesame Roasted Green Beans

• Strawberry Asparagus Salad with Tahini Dressing

• Green Bean Casserole

• Roasted Veggies

Sweet Treats

• Chocolate Almond Butter Eggs

• Sweet Almond Crêpes with Strawberries

• Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

• Carrot Cake (new recipe!)

Suggested Menus:

Traditional Easter Feast

• Glazed Ham

• Green Bean Casserole

• Lemon Pepper Asparagus

• Mixed Greens, Cucumber + Pecan Salad

• Chocolate Almond Butter Eggs

Light + Fresh Spring Brunch

• Asparagus + Mushroom Frittata

• Garlicky Green Beans

• Strawberry Asparagus Salad

• Sweet Almond Crêpes with Strawberries

Garden Fresh

• Asparagus + Mushroom Frittata

• Slow Roasted Salmon

• Strawberry Asparagus Salad

• Garlicky Green Beans

• Carrot Cake

Seafood Celebration

• Slow Roasted Salmon with Citrus

• Grilled Scallops + Asparagus on Greens

• Asparagus, Cucumber + Feta Salad

• Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Perfect Brunch

• Green Beans + Feta Frittata

• Green Pea + Edamame Soup

• Roasted Veggies

• Carrot Cake

A Gathering of Goodness

• Roasted Chicken

• Baked Cod with Green Beans + Carrots

• Sesame Roasted Green Beans

• Mixed Greens Salad

• Chocolate Almond Butter Eggs

Download all recipes below!