Seasonal Spring Dinner Party

Get easy, farmers’ market–fresh recipes for a spring soiree that won’t break the bank

Photo by Iain Bagwell; written by Stephanie Dean – July 26, 2012

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Velvety Carrot Soup with Carrot Top Pesto

Get the most out of great fresh carrots by making pesto out of their tops.

Recipe: Velvety Carrot Soup with Carrot Top Pesto

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Baby greens, green onions, and loads of parsley (it’s even in the dressing) give this salad lots of fresh spring flavor.

Recipe: Triple Green Salad

Although it's pricier than ordinary ground beef, grass-fed (usually found at farmers' markets) goes a long way when rolled into mini meatballs.

Recipe: Roasted Vegetable and Mini Meatball Pappardelle

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Skip the ice cream and whip up this easy and healthy dessert.

Recipe: Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits