What to Cook This March
Posted by Kathryne Taylor on March 1, 2025
Thank goodness March is here. January and February were full of snow days and sicknesses, and I thought we’d never make it! The days are growing longer, the birds are chirping, and I love how the spring sunshine illuminates our kitchen.
Asparagus is on its way, and we’ll finally have more fresh fruits and vegetables to work with this month. I’m looking forward to cooking my favorite green curry soon, shown below. You’ll find more seasonal recipes in this post!
Asparagus
Thai Green Curry with Spring Vegetables
Easily gluten free and vegan
“I made this for dinner tonight and it was the best green curry I have ever had, better than our favorite restaurant where we get it. So thankful I found this recipe so I can make it at home. Thanks so much for sharing, it was absolutely delicious!!!” – Ashley
Avocado
Avocado Toast (Plus Tips & Variations)
Easily gluten free and vegan
“Love your ideas. I generally have mine with chili flakes and poached eggs. Now gonna try with tomato and balsamic.” – Tracy
Broccoli
Greek Broccoli Salad
Gluten free and easily vegan
“I opted to use feta, not olives and this salad turned out DELICIOUS! I brought it to a potluck and it was well-received, I’ll definitely make it again.” – Anna
Brussels Sprouts
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Crispy Baked Tofu with Honey-Sesame Glaze
Easily gluten free and easily vegan
“This was really delicious! Even my daughter loved it and she never loves my forays into vegan cooking! I will definitely make this again.” – Tali
More Brussels sprout recipes »
Cabbage
Hot Pink Coconut Slaw
Gluten free and easily vegan
“This was delicious! We devoured it all. Our 3-year-old even said “Num, num!”, and she is not usually a huge cabbage fan.” – Amanda
Cauliflower
Baked Ziti with Roasted Vegetables
Easily gluten free
“Oh my goodness!!! This was soooo good. I used Cascone’s sauce, because that was what we always have. My favorite thing was that the cauliflower soaked up the sauce. This is definitely one to make again.” – Diane
Citrus fruits
Vibrant Orange & Arugula Salad
Gluten free
“Delicious! I doubled it and used cara cara, navel and blood oranges for a low-key dinner party. My friends really liked the flavors, and it looks SO pretty the way Kate has sliced the oranges.” – Lily
More orange recipes » (also grapefruit, lemon, and lime)
Greens
Lemony Roasted Broccoli, Arugula & Lentil Salad
Gluten free and easily vegan
More arugula recipes » (also spinach)
Mushrooms
Vegetarian Pho
Gluten free and vegan
“Love this recipe! Always makes my whole house smell amazing. We are a vegan family and any night when I’m not endlessly chopping veggies is a WIN!” – Emily
Peas
Spring Pea and Asparagus Pasta
Easily gluten free
“I’m always looking for recipes that include a lot of veggies so this was perfect for me. It was my first time cooking with asparagus, fresh parsley, and scallions (I confused shallots with scallions. They’re both onion-like so I was close!). My favorite thing about this recipe was the flavoring that the lemon juice added and my last favorite was the big bite of parsley that I took! Thanks a lot!” – Loni
Radishes
Fresh Herbed Avocado Salad
Gluten free and vegan
“Made for dinner tonight since my avocados seemed like they might be on their last legs. So good! My husband (not usually an avocado fan) ate his entire bowl and mopped up the dressing with a piece of baguette! Thanks for another wonderful recipe.” – Jen T.
Sweet Potatoes
Hearty Sweet Potato, Arugula & Wild Rice Salad with Ginger Dressing
Gluten free and easily vegan
“My husband first said “this is one of the best salads you’ve ever eaten, right?” followed definitively by “this is the best salad I’ve ever had.” Thank you for this phenomenal recipe, Kate!!! “Meal in a bowl” is right!” – Jill
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This makes me so excited for spring as well! I live in Nebraska and have been loving the weather lately; I’m praying that winter doesn’t make a return! Can’t wait to try the peas/asparagus pasta…that sounds like the ultimate spring dish!
I have my fingers crossed for no more cold, gray days! Hope you love the asparagus pasta.
Ahh I’m so excited that spring produce is starting to make its way into the markets! I am SO looking forward to the warmer weather and fresh produce!! :D
I missed your seasonal produce guides, so these What to Eat features are great! Thanks!
Yay, glad you like them! Thank you, Megan.
I love this call back to your lists of seasonal vegetables. I just made a riff of your roasted broccoli, brussels, and lentil salad (I made it into a grain bowl) partially because I think I memorized your lists of seasonal vegetables last year… slightly embarrassing to admit!
Well, I think that is awesome! Your version sounds stellar.
I really like these “what’s in season” posts! So glad asparagus is making itself known – means Spring is just around the corner!
These posts are so inspirational…I want to eat All the Healthy Things now! :o) Thank you!
Asparagus and peas! I can’t WAIT.
Love this post! I just came across your blog a few days ago and have enjoyed going through your catalog of recipes… so many great ones to try! I love that you dedicate a post of what’s in season because I never know. Can’t wait to cook up some asparagus!
I hope you get a chance to dive into some new springy produce, Carolyn!
Those quesadillas look AMAZING! I will have to try them. I think that quesadillas and enchiladas may be my all time favorite meals. So healthy too! Thanks for sharing.
I’m obsessed with the enchiladas, too. Thanks, friend!
The foods of March/April are some of my favorites, especially peas and mushrooms. Usually paired together. :-)
Hmmm, have I had peas and mushrooms together? I think it’s time to try!!! Happy spring, Brian. :)
So glad to see green again! Thanks for the wonderful round-up.
AH, me too! That special springy green is my favorite.
I just pre-ordered the book, and I wish it were May already! It looks great, and I am very excited about it. I started reading your posts a few weeks ago and am enjoying them very much. I definitely needed some great vegetable dishes, and you have opened my eyes to a lot of possibilities. I can’t wait to move so I can get everything out of storage and cook more, but who knows when that will be?! Thanks for letting us know about the book.
Mari, thank you so much for saying hello and pre-ordering my book! I really appreciate it! So glad you found my blog, and I hope you get to unpack those kitchen tools in a new space soon! That feels so good. :)
Love that spring brings us some new green veggies to get creative with! So many great, healthy recipes here!
Thank you, Christen! Hope you get a chance to cook one up soon.
Just ordered the book–as many recipes as I’ve “borrowed” from you over the past six months…it would have seemed wrong not to–and now it will be that much easier to grab a recipe.
Dan, thank you so much! Delighted to hear that you’ve been enjoying my recipes lately. I hope you love the book, too!
I am so looking forward to your cookbook Kate. I use a number of recipes from your blog. The ingredients are practical and the recipes turn out well. I am looking forward to giving your cookbook to others as a gift.
Debbie, thank you! That’s music to my ears. Thank you for sharing my book with others!
I don’t have to cook at all this month (my husband is cooking this week, and starting next week we’ll be traveling)!!! However, I’ve saved several recipes, and definitely want to try them. I need to pay more attention to these monthly posts.
Yes, I do these seasonal posts each month. I hope you try some of them!
Forgot to say that I’ve put your cookbook on my Amazon wish list. The look inside feature is very generous for your book. The book is looking really good, and like one that should be in every kitchen.
I appreciate that, Susan! I’m really excited about it.
I had a peek at your cook book and it looks awesome. I can’t wait til it comes out. You are inspiring me to cook more often (it’s not my favourite thing)! I also noticed you have a beautiful kitchen! Congradulations!
I’m so happy I could bring some joy to cooking for you, Kim! I appreciate that.
As a fellow Oklahoman, and lover of Pepe’s, Sweet Basil, and your blog, CONGRATULATIONS! I can’t wait to see your cookbook!
Thanks, Emily!
Just pre-ordered your book! I cannot wait to receive it! I have loved your blog for 2+ years now and I am so excited to see this book come to fruition! :)
Aw, thanks, Lauren! I’m so happy to have you here and can’t wait until you see the book.
Eek! I just pre-ordered your gorgeous book from Amazon! I can’t wait to admire each page! Congratulations, Cookie & Kate!
Thank you, Madeline! I can’t wait for you to see it.
Random comment: I don’t follow many blogs on a regular basis but I check yours weekly. :) The recipes have always been successful and delicious. Also, I do love your videos! It inspires me to make one just for the fun of it! I’m sure you had to work very hard to make them seem so effortless. Really fun aspect to your website.
This is all so kind, Mary! You’re right, those videos did take a lot of work. My brother, Zane, helped me out with them! I’ll pass along the compliment to him. :)
wow these look so good. Congratulations on your book, That’s a great accomplishment! I will be purchasing your book! (do you have more pictures of Cookie in the book?? :-) )
I hope you do, Jean! And yes, that cookbook has Cookie *everywhere* in it. It wouldn’t feel right without her!
Pre-ordered!! Cannot wait!
Thanks, Courtney! I’m so excited for you to see it.
I just pre-ordered your book from Amazon! I’m so happy for you and can’t wait to see what beautiful recipes will be in the book. Congratulations!!!
Thank you so much, Michelle! I hope you love it.
Congratulations on the book! I just pre-ordered it and based on all the recipes I’ve tried from your blog over the past year, am sure it will be fabulous! And I hope it sells more copies than … oh let’s go with MJ’s ‘Thriller’.
So kind of you, Anthony! I hope it sells well, too, but keeping my expectations slightly lower than Thriller-level. ;)
Congrats !!!! I wish you the best because you deserve it!!!! Thank you for the monthly inspiration!!!!
Thank you Sylia!
Kate, I LOVE green curry and am super excited to make this over the weekend! I also just pre-ordered your book and am so thrilled for you that this is now a reality! I’ve been reading your blog for years and am excited for whatever may be next for you. Thank you for your hard work and dedication to providing healthful content on your page and now in your book. Can’t wait to get it in May!
Katie Beth, I owe you a belated thank you for your kind comment! Thank you so much for pre-ordering. Delighted to hear that you’ve been enjoying my recipes. I hope you LOVE the book! xo!
Such a great list with so much inspo!
Thanks so much, pal!
My cookbook shelves are full, but clearly one of the books is going to have to be bumped since I just pre-ordered your book. Can’t wait! Congratulations–this is a HUGE (and delicious) accomplishment.
Thank you, Catherine! I can’t wait for you to see it.
Cannot get enough asparagus and citrus right now!!! Trying to think of a million ways to use both! Love your suggestions for each;)
Thanks, Maria! I hope this gave you some springtime cooking inspiration.
Thanks for this list! I’m always wondering what foods are in season, and I love your list of recipes.
You’re welcome, Karen! I hope it inspired you.
Congrats on your book and all your hard work! Love that it is under $15.00. All your recipes I try are delicious.
Thanks, Theresa! It was really important to me that the book itself and the recipes inside were affordable and accessible. So happy you found my blog!
Congrats on your book :)
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Thank you, Ashna. :)
So excited for your book, Kate!! I can’t wait to get it…. I really love real cookbooks over printed recipes.
Canadians can pre-order on Indigo if you prefer! https://www.chapters.indigo.ca/en-ca/books/love-real-food-more-than/9781623367411-item.html?ikwid=love+real+food&ikwsec=Home&ikwidx=0
Thanks for the tip, Kelly!
I haven’t bought a new cookbook in years. Yours looks amazing! NONE of your recipes have failed me yet on your blog. I’m pre-ordering :) Congratulations on all your hard work!
Thank you, Amy! I can’t wait for you to see the book.
I’ll only eat Brussels sprouts roasted, and they sound great mixed with crispy tofu! That and those cauliflower/lentil tacos…talk about a mix of my favorite vegan ingredients!
I’ll give a try to the broccoli recipe. I loveee stir-fry broccoli. Also adding cauliflower tacos to my list :)
Thanks for the ideas Kate!
You’re welcome, Ashna! I hope you enjoy them!
All of these produce ingredients are fantastic! Sweet potatoes, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, greens, and mushrooms have been my favorites thus far!
Just picked up green curry paste special at an Asian grocer the other day. Can not wait to make that green curry! I’m so excited for spring veggies :)
Let me know what you think, Hayley!
Mushrooms, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, carrots, and cabbage are some of my favorites this time of the year! I need to try out more of your recipes–I did make a similar rendition on your Thai green curry and it was a massive success!
Thank you, Cassie!
I adore these posts! This one particularly made me very excited for spring to come! At my house we’re transitioning to a vegetarian diet, and it’s quite a change from the way me and my husband grew up. Its really important to us to be healthy vegetarians, and not just binge on Cheez Its and Oreos! That’s why we love your blog so much. Thank you for doing what you do! I know you read comments and enjoy getting ideas for what your readers would like to see, so I wanted to mention how much I’d love to read about what your grocery trips look like, what pantry staples you keep stocked, what you eat in a day, etc.!
Thank you, Rebecca!
Cannot wait for asparagus to come in season! Lovely post Kate, as always :)
Thank you, Ana!
Getting excited for all the great produce coming in March. Lovely:)
amazing blog about to full months
Outro ponto que reforça a ideia de que o Duragel preço é um produto de confiança é que não consta se que uma reclamação no site reclame aqui, devido ao boa aceitação do produto no mercado.
Já estava com esse problemas a tempo e nunca tive coragem de procurar ajuda, mas nesse meio tempo resolvi usar o Duragel preço, as melhoras foram perceptíveis e meu problema com a impotência sexual foi embora.
Até os jovens hoje podem sofrer com a impotência sexual, devido ao uso de álcool e drogas, colesterol alto, enfim, pode ser casos mais raros disso não são muito alertados, porém o Duragel funciona também se aplica nessa faixa de idade.
Homens com diabete não tem risco nenhum em fazer uso do Duragel funciona , quando a mesma não é controlada ela dificulta a circulação de sangue, assim dificultando a ereção do indivíduo.
I purchased your cookbook about a month ago. What a find! Every recipe is delicious! Just when I think one is the best, the next one is just as good! My husband is loving your recipes too!
Thanks Kate for making recipes that taste good and, are good for you!!
Thank you! I’m excited you have my cookbook and are enjoying it.
Could I make the green curry dish with yellow curry. My kids don’t like spice.
You could try it. Or use less curry paste. I hope you try it!
I am a vegetarian and March is asparagus season!