The Best Brunch Recipes for a Splendid Spring Get Together
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The Best Brunch Recipes for a Splendid Spring Get Together
Spring is in the air. So, why not celebrate the sunny season with a beautiful spring brunch of light, fresh, and flavorful recipes featuring seasonal vegetables and bold Spice World ingredients?
What Spring Vegetables to Look for This Season
Seasonal Produce Picks
- Asparagus
- Artichokes
- Baby carrots
- Garlic (fresh bulbs or ready-to-use options)
- Lettuces
- Peas
- Radishes
- Spring onions
- Spinach
Why Seasonal Matters
Seasonal produce is fresher, tastier, more nutritious, and more cost effective than out-of- season items, which require more energy and resources to grow and transport. Plus, when you buy seasonally, you’re also helping support local farmers!
Simple Recipes for a Spring Brunch
Garlic and Avocado Toast with Fried Egg
With a few simple ingredients and a high-quality nonstick skillet, you can prepare a restaurant-quality avocado toast that’s sure to delight your guests.
Why it works for brunch: Avocado toast is packed with healthy fats and flavor and it’s easily customizable: Try toppings like cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, pickled red onions, feta, and smoked salmon. Impress guests even more when you fry your eggs in a little Spice World Chili Onion Crunch. It’ll add a delicious kick to your classic avocado toast.
Prep tips: Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice to your mashed avocado to help preserve the vibrant green color. Crack your eggs on a flat surface (like a cutting board or countertop) rather than the edge of a bowl to help prevent pieces of egg shell from falling into your food.
Italian Herb and Egg White Omelet
This egg white omelet recipe is another light, heart-healthy entrée for a vegetarian spring brunch. Whisk the egg whites until frothy to give your omelet a light and airy texture.
Health Benefits: Egg whites are high in protein, low in calories and fat, and cholesterol free. Conversion tip: When you omit yolks in scrambles and omelets, use two egg whites in place of every whole egg.
Hashbrown Breakfast Skillet
Wake up your taste buds with a cheesy, savory skillet that comes together in no time. It’s a breakfast flavor bomb, and it can be conveniently made in one cast iron skillet.
Cooking Tips
- Use a cast iron skillet for extra crispy hashbrowns.
- Make it vegetarian-friendly by omitting the bacon and cooking the potatoes and veggies in ¼ cup olive oil.
- Add a drizzle of garlic-infused oil before serving.
Sautéed Garlic Mushrooms
These sweet and savory sauteed mushrooms may become one of your favorite garlic-infused recipes. Save the marinade for later use on more mushrooms or use it as a salad dressing.
Serving Ideas
- As a side dish
- In a breakfast bowl with quinoa, roasted veggies, and avocado
- On your favorite toasted bread with a smear of mascarpone cheese
- Served over polenta with grated Parmesan cheese
- Tossed into omelets, pasta dishes, and salads
Tips for Hosting a Stress-Free Spring Brunch
- Ensure you have plenty of plates, bowls, napkins, silverware, glasses, and mugs, as well as enough seating for all guests.
- Prep ingredients the night before: Peel and chop vegetables, grate cheese, and crack eggs. Store prepped ingredients in airtight containers in the fridge.
- Offer buffet-style or build-your-own options (like a waffle station with assorted toppings).
- Keep dietary restrictions in mind: offer vegetarian/vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free options if needed.
- Set the mood with fresh flowers and upbeat music.
- Ask for help when you need it: Your guests can bring a dish, help you cook, or take on tasks like setting the table and filling water glasses.
Final Yummy Thoughts
A spring brunch is a wonderful way to welcome warmer weather and good friends. With a little planning, you can host a deliciously easy event that’s filled with fun and flavorful spring produce. Sign up for our e-newsletter for monthly seasonal recipes, latest products, tips and tricks, and exclusive Spice World coupons at Spice World Inc.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How can I make my brunch recipes healthier?
Replace whole eggs with egg whites, choose low fat dairy instead of full fat/whole milk versions, and add fiber with fresh fruits and veggies, whole grain breads, and avocado.
What are some easy vegetarian brunch options?
Waffles, French toast, avocado toast, scrambled tofu, roasted vegetables, and fruit and yogurt parfaits are vegetarian-friendly brunch options.
What’s a good make-ahead dish for a spring gathering?
Quiche, breakfast casserole, baked French toast, and overnight oats are excellent make-ahead options.
How do I build a balanced brunch menu?
Consider a variety of food groups, flavors, and textures. Offer both sweet and savory options, hot and cold beverages, and round out your meal with colorful spring produce. Consider dietary restrictions to ensure you offer safe options for all guests.
How do I add more flavor to simple brunch dishes?
You can add bold flavor while reducing salt with spices and seasoning blends. You can also add flavorful finishing touches to brunch dishes with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese or a drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil or a balsamic reduction
What drinks pair well with a spring brunch?
Complement your spring brunch with fresh juice, lemonade, hot or iced coffee, and fruit-infused tea, or a cocktail like a classic mimosa, strawberry margarita, or Bloody Mary.
Can I host a brunch without spending all morning cooking?
Yes! You can use a combination of store-bought items like fruit and cheese platters, bagels, muffins, croissants, and donuts to accompany homemade items like scrambled eggs or omelets, roasted asparagus, and a green salad.
Are these recipes suitable for gluten-free guests?
The egg white omelet and hashbrown skillet are gluten-free recipes. You can use gluten-free bread to make the avocado toast gluten free. Use tamari, coconut aminos, or Bragg liquid aminos instead of soy sauce to make the sauteed mushrooms gluten free.
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