1Roasted Asparagus
Will Dickey
Since spring is asparagus season, it only makes sense to feature the crisp green veggie on your Easter lunch menu. When roasted, it’s ready in 15 minutes with just a few ingredients!
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2Spring Pea Pesto Pasta Salad
Antonis Achilleos
If it’s still too early for summery pasta salads, opt for this one! There are so many spring ingredients: peas, arugula, and an herby pesto.
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3Roast Chicken
Antonis Achilleos
If ham is the main event at dinner, opt for a crispy, golden roast chicken at lunchtime. Although it looks fancy, it’s easy to prepare: You’ll just need 10 minutes of prep before handing it off to your oven!
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4Carrot Cake Cupcakes
Stacy Allen
No Easter lunch is complete without a sweet treat! These carrot cake cupcakes taste are a fun bite-sized version of the classic dessert, and make it easier to serve a crowd. Who could resist that decadent cream cheese icing?
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5Deviled Eggs with Candied Bacon
Ryan Liebe
Deviled eggs are a must on Easter. If you’re looking for fun new variations, try candied bacon! After all, everything tastes better with bacon, especially if it’s paired with a creamy filling.
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6Strawberry Arugula Salad
David Malosh
This Easter lunch idea will give your table a pretty pop of color. It’s filled with seasonal flavors like fresh strawberries, tangy feta, and crunchy pecans, and it’ll satisfy your guests without weighing them down—which means more room for dessert!
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7Lemon Bars
Kate Sears
Is there any better way to finish off lunch than with a lemon bar? These citrusy treats have a buttery crust, bright zesty filling, and magical dusting of powdered sugar that’ll have everyone reaching for seconds.
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8Cheddar Biscuits
David Malosh
There’s something so homey about passing around a bread basket before diving into the family feast. To make your biscuits feel a little more elevated for Easter lunch, try mixing in cheddar—they’ll turn extra rich and gooey!
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9Roasted Carrots with Vinaigrette
Kate Sears
It takes just 30 minutes to churn out these beautifully roasted carrots. This vegetable becomes soft, sweet, and caramelized in the oven, so an herby vinaigrette is the perfect complement.
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10Coconut Cream Pie
Will Dickey
Coconut-flavored treats are so light and airy, and this pie might just be the dreamiest option out there. With a buttery crust, silky coconut filling, and airy whipped cream topping, it’s pure bliss!
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11Ham Tetrazzini
Will Dickey
Green peas and diced ham make this casserole dish perfect for Easter. It’s filled with breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese plus even more crispy-crunchy breadcrumbs on top, so kids will love it, too!
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12Green Goddess Deviled Eggs
David Malosh
For the Drummond family, it wouldn’t be Easter without deviled eggs. Whether you serve this herby version or stick to the classics, they’re the perfect bite for snacking on before or after the family egg hunt.
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13Gnocchi Primavera
Antonis Achilleos
Give store-bought gnocchi a fresh spring makeover by tossing it with vibrant asparagus, broccoli, and green beans. A big sprinkle of parmesan ties everything together perfectly.
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14Spring Pea Tart
David Malosh
This flaky puff pastry tart practically screams “springtime!” That’s because it’s topped with plenty of color and seasonal flavor from an herby goat cheese mixture, crisp snow peas, and sweet peas, too.
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15Ham and Cheese Quiche
Caitlin Bensel
If you don’t want to serve a big ham roast, try making a ham and cheese quiche instead. You’ll still get that salty ham flavor you know and love, plus a buttery crust.
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16Lamb Meatballs
Will Dickey
Give lamb a laid-back twist by turning it into tasty meatballs! They’re ready in under 30 minutes, leaving you with plenty of time to join in on the egg hunt.
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17Ranch Potatoes 
Caitlin Bensel
These crispy potatoes have an herby spring twist thanks to ranch seasoning mix. You’ll want to top them off with extra chopped chives, dill, or both for extra fresh flavor.
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18Buttermilk Ranch Angel Biscuits
Will Dickey
You’ve never had biscuits like this before. They’re light and fluffy with loads of flavor from tangy buttermilk and ranch seasoning. Don’t forget the ranch butter for serving, too!
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19Chicken Fried Chicken
Caitlin Bensel
This extra crispy chicken is hearty enough to be served on its own with a generous helping of gravy, but it can also be served on sandwiches if you prefer to take your lunch to the park.
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20Baked Salmon
Will Dickey
The key to this perfect baked salmon is in the flavorful marinade. It’s made with zippy lemon juice, mustard, and honey. Perfect for serving alongside a simple salad for lunch.
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