31 Really Good Recipes You'll Absolutely Want To Make This March

    Can you believe it's already March?

    Hannah Loewentheil
    by Hannah Loewentheil

    BuzzFeed Staff

    Can you believe it? March is already here and winter is (almost) a thing of the past. As we transition to warmer weather, now is the perfect time to take advantage of everything that's in season. Here are 31 delicious things to cook this month.

    A list of in-season March produce.
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    1. Avocado Deviled Eggs

    Avocado deviled eggs.
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    These deviled eggs get a flavor boost thanks to mashed avocado and bacon. Make them up to three hours in advance for an easy brunch or party app.

    Recipe: Avocado Deviled Eggs

    2. Citrus and Ricotta Breakfast Bowl

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    This no-cook breakfast tastes totally fancy, but it comes together with just a handful of ingredients like ricotta, sliced banana, granola, and grapefruit. If you don't have ricotta, try it with Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.

    Recipe: Citrus and Ricotta Breakfast Bowl

    3. Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts Hash With Bacon

    A Brussels sprouts and sweet potato hash skillet.
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    Nestle some poached, fried, or soft boiled eggs in this hash and you've got a breakfast worth waking up for.

    Recipe: Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts Hash With Bacon

    4. Mushroom and Asparagus Frittata

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    Whether you're craving brunch or just looking for a great meal-prep breakfast, frittatas are a no-brainer.

    Recipe: Mushroom and Asparagus Frittata

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    Introducing your next meatless Monday dinner. This Indian-inspired cauliflower is rubbed with paprika, cumin, coriander, turmeric, and cayenne pepper, then roasted until crispy on the outside and buttery on the inside. The cool and creamy cashew yogurt sauce is the perfect complement to all the fragrant spices.

    Recipe: Tandoori Roast Cauliflower With Garlic Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

    6. Cauliflower and Parsnip Soup with Onions and Apples

    Cauliflower and Parsnip Soup with Caramelized Onions and Apples
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    This hearty vegetarian soup is made by roasting veggies and parsnips in the oven, tossing them into a blender with coconut milk and vegetable broth and toping with sweet caramelized onion and diced apples.

    Recipe: Cauliflower and Parsnip Soup with Onions and Apples

    7. One-Pot Pasta Primavera

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    You can make this easy one-pot pasta with just about whatever veggies are in your fridge like cauliflower, spring peas, asparagus, and mushrooms.

    Recipe: One-Pot Pasta Primavera

    8. Parsnip Gratin With Gruyère and Thyme

    Cheesy parsnip gratin.
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    Any tender roasted vegetable topped with layers of melty cheese is a win in my book.

    Recipe: Parsnip Gratin With Gruyère and Thyme

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    Fresh or frozen shrimp is tossed in a zesty mixture of olive oil, garlic, lemon, and paprika, then it's baked on a single sheet pan with your favorite vegetable.

    Recipe: Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp and Asparagus

    10. Baja Fish Tacos With Avocado Crema

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    This pan-seared fish still manages to get seriously crispy despite the fact they're never deep fried. The avocado crema, made in a blender or food processor with cilantro, garlic, lime, olive oil, and red wine vinegar is the icing on the cake.

    Recipe: Baja Fish Tacos With Avocado Crema

    11. Mexican Street Corn Kale Salad

    Kale Mexican street corn salad with avocado, jalapeño, and cilantro.
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    This kale and street corn medley gets an extra protein boost from grilled chicken, but you can always load it up with anything from avocado to black beans and keep it vegetarian.

    Recipe: Mexican Street Corn Kale Salad

    12. Apricot Chicken Thighs With Root Vegetables

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    Chicken broth, apricot preserves, and Dijon mustard make for a seriously irresistible glaze for these crispy chicken thighs all served on top of your favorite root veggies like rutabaga, parsnips, or winter squash.

    Recipe: Apricot Chicken Thighs With Root Vegetables

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    Never underestimate the power of some grated Parmesan to turn average ingredients into something unexpectedly delicious.

    Recipe: Sheet Pan Parmesan Crusted Chicken and Broccoli

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    You might not expect burrata to pair so well with potatoes, but this recipe will settle any doubt. Bookmark this filling side dish and make it throughout the spring.

    Recipe: Roasted Mixed Potatoes With Spring Herbs and Burrata

    15. Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Flatbread

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    Start with store bought flatbread, naan, or your favorite pizza dough and top it with Brussels, goat cheese, bacon, and a healthy drizzle of balsamic glaze.

    Recipe: Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Flatbread

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    This low-carb pasta alternative is seriously satisfying. Once the squash is roasted, remove the spaghetti-like strands and toss them with roasted mushrooms, leeks, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest and thyme.

    Recipe: Spaghetti Squash With Roasted Leeks and Mushrooms

    17. Butter Cauliflower

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    This recipe most often calls for chicken, but this vegetarian version is just as fragrant and satisfying. Serve it over basmati rice with some naan for sopping up all the sauce.

    Recipe: Butter Cauliflower

    18. Roasted Cabbage Steaks With Bacon

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    Serve these roast cauliflower steaks with anything from roast chicken to sausage on the side for a complete meal.

    Recipe: Roasted Cabbage Steaks With Bacon

    19. Beet Salad With Orange Pomegranate Vinaigrette

    A beet and apple salad with goat cheese and greens.
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    Say goodbye to boring salad and say hello to this colorful, fresh, and oh-so-tasty combination of roasted beets, mandarin oranges, apples, crispy walnuts, nutty pepitas, and tangy goat cheese, all tossed in a homemade citrusy dressing.

    Recipe: Beet Salad With Orange Pomegranate Vinaigrette

    20. Ramen Noodle and Cabbage Salad

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    Turn a cheap package of instant ramen noodles into a crunchy, flavor-packed salad you'll want to make time and time again. I love adding some leftover rotisserie chicken or grilled salmon to make it a main dish.

    Recipe: Ramen Noodle and Cabbage Salad

    21. Taco Stuffed Avocados

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    Start with whatever ground meat you like best to make these stuffed avocados. Or you can stick with rice or quinoa and beans for a vegetarian-friendly version.

    Recipe: Taco Stuffed Avocados

    22. Rigatoni With Sausage and Kale

    Rigatoni with sausage and kale and Parmesan cheese.
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    Five ingredients (plus salt and pepper) are all you need for this decadent pasta dish: your favorite noodles, kale, Parmesan cheese, sausage, and chicken broth.

    Recipe: Rigatoni With Sausage and Kale

    23. Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

    Sheet pan kung pao Brussels sprouts.
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    These Chinese-inspired Brussels sprouts can be either a fancy side dish or a main course served over a big bowl of rice.

    Recipe: Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

    24. Pear and Leek Galette With Goat Cheese

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    If you don't feel like making the crust from scratch, your secret is safe. Just start off with your trusted store bought puff pastry dough and take it from there.

    Recipe: Pear and Leek Galette With Goat Cheese

    25. Sausage and Cabbage Skillet

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    There are still some chilly nights ahead, and this rustic and filling cabbage and sausage skillet is the comfort food you'll crave.

    Recipe: Sausage and Cabbage Skillet

    26. Grilled Teriyaki Cauliflower Steaks

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    This recipe calls for cauliflower steaks, but you're going to want to put this sweet and spicy teriyaki glaze on everything from steak and chicken to sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts.

    Recipe: Grilled Teriyaki Cauliflower Steaks

    27. Grapefruit and Greek Yogurt Cake

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    This cake is the ideal balance of zesty, airy, sweet, and buttery thanks to some key ingredients like full fat Greek yogurt, grapefruit juice, and whole wheat flour.

    Recipe: Grapefruit and Greek Yogurt Cake

    28. Tangy Sweet Lemon Bars

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    These gooey, sweet, and zesty lemon bars feature a shortbread crust and a lemon curd filling. You can make a big batch and store them in the freezer for whenever your sweet tooth kicks in.

    Recipe: Tangy Sweet Lemon Bars

    29. Avocado Chocolate Mousse

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    Avocado for dessert? You bet. It's the secret ingredient that gives this rich chocolate pudding so much extra creaminess.

    Recipe: Avocado Chocolate Mousse

    30. Lemon Bourbon Smash

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    Made with just Bourbon, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, and mint leaves, this impressive yet practical cocktail doesn't require any fancy ingredients.

    Recipe: Lemon Bourbon Smash

    31. Grapefruit Gin Fizz

    Grapefruit gin fizz cocktails with rosemary.
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    Hold onto citrus season while it lasts, and remember: when life gives you grapefruits, turn them into cocktails.

    Recipe: Grapefruit Gin Fizz