The Easter Lineup Your Fork’s Been Waiting For

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Time to give the chocolate bunnies a break—Easter isn’t all sugar and sprinkles. This spread is bringing the savory swagger, from fall-off-the-bone lamb shanks to skillet scalloped potato gratin so rich it might require a nap afterward. Whether you’re Team Salmon (hi, lemon garlic butter) or ride-or-die for a 3-ingredient ham glaze, there’s something here for every Easter mood—fancy, cozy, or just plain hungry. Toss in a few mini quiches, some creamed spinach, maybe a balsamic green bean or two (balance, right?), and you’ve got a main-and-sides lineup that’ll make the candy tremble!

Fall-Off-the-Bone Braised Lamb Shanks

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Close-up of a plate with roasted lamb shanks garnished with fresh dill sprigs and lemon slices. The meat is cooked to a golden-brown, showcasing a juicy and tender texture.
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Fall-Off-the-Bone Braised Lamb Shanks melt in your mouth with tender, rich meat and a savory broth that’s pure comfort in a dish.

To learn more: Fall-Off-the-Bone Braised Lamb Shanks

3-Ingredient Ham Glaze

A glazed roast garnished with rosemary and pomegranate seeds sits on a baking tray. It is surrounded by roasted potato wedges and orange slices. Two knives and a fork are placed on a wooden board nearby.
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Ham Glaze Recipe adds the perfect touch of sweetness and spice, turning any ham into a show-stopping masterpiece with just a few ingredients.

To learn more: 3-Ingredient Ham Glaze

Balsamic Green Beans

A hand holds a spoon drizzling balsamic glaze over steamed geen beans.
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Looking for a quick and easy side dish? Balsamic Green Beans are the answer! Tender green beans are coated in a luscious balsamic glaze, creating a savory and slightly sweet flavor that will complement any meal.
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Salmon Ceviche

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This Salmon Ceviche recipe delivers a vibrant and refreshing salad, perfect as an appetizer or light meal. The citrus-cured salmon is combined with fresh vegetables like tomatoes, carrots, and jalapeños, offering a delightful blend of flavors and textures. Serve with tortilla chips or tostadas for a satisfying bite.
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Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado Salad

Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado Salad Recipe
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This refreshing Tomato, Cucumber, and Avocado Salad is the perfect side dish for any summer gathering. Made with simple ingredients like juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and fresh basil, this salad is light, flavorful, and sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and easy to make!
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Sheet Pan Roasted Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Feta and Olives.

overhead photo of Sheet Pan Roasted Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon with Feta and Olives
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This Sheet Pan Roasted Lemon Garlic Butter Salmon recipe is a quick and easy way to make a healthy and delicious dinner. With feta and olives, this colorful dish is packed with flavor and perfect for any night of the week. It’s also gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions.
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Mini Quiche – 4 Ways!

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These adorable Mini Quiches are perfect as an appetizer or for a savory breakfast! This recipe provides instructions for four flavor combinations but encourages you to get creative and make your own. Best of all, they can be made ahead and are freezer friendly.
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Creamed Spinach

Presenting a delicious Creamed Spinach
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Looking for a quick and easy side dish? This Creamed Spinach recipe is the perfect vegetarian dish that will make spinach the star of your holiday dinner table. Ready in minutes, this simple recipe uses butter, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese to create a flavorful dish the whole family will love.
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Herb Encrusted Lamb Chops

A plated dish featuring herb-crusted lamb chops, roasted baby potatoes, and fresh asparagus, garnished with herbs.
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Herb Encrusted Lamb Chops are tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor—each bite is a perfect balance of savory herbs and succulent meat.

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Creamed Feta Garlic Herb Butter Salmon.

Grilled salmon fillets in a creamy sauce, garnished with fresh thyme, are served on a gray plate. The dish is complemented by creamy sauce and green herbs, set on a wooden surface painted in turquoise.
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This Creamed Feta Garlic Herb Butter Salmon recipe by Half Baked Harvest is perfect for a quick and easy dinner that still feels fancy. Made in one skillet and ready in under 30 minutes, this dish combines the richness of butter and feta with fresh herbs for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
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Perfect Seared Scallops

Pan-seared scallops garnished with lemon slices and fresh basil, sizzling in a savory sauce. Golden brown and appetizing.
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Perfect Seared Scallops are golden on the outside, tender on the inside, and seared to perfection—proof that simplicity can be absolutely exquisite.

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Skillet Scalloped Potato Gratin

A creamy potato gratin topped with herbs in a red baking dish, surrounded by raw potatoes and a rustic cloth backdrop.
Image Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy

Skillet Scalloped Potato Gratin is a creamy, cheesy dream, with golden, crispy edges and melt-in-your-mouth potatoes that’ll steal the show at any meal.

To learn more: Skillet Scalloped Potato Gratin

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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