Spring is here and it’s time for fresh recipes! These recipes use citrus as a brightening flavor, whether it’s a sprinkle of lime juice or even made with citrus itself. Try out these recipes and get ready for a fresher taste! Have you ever added a spritz of lime juice to a salad or on some tacos? These meals are like that!
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This week, we’re bringing you brightly flavored spring plant-based meals that are simply delicious for your breakfast, lunch, dinner, and dessert! And, they are fully vegan and plant-based!
Monday
Source: Creamy Mango, Passion Fruit and Lime Pots
Start your morning with this orange overnight oatmeal! For dinner today, this meal of blood orange teriyaki tofu with asparagus pea fried rice is the ultimate spring meal. From the savory tofu to the amazing fried rice with spring vegetables, this meal will keep you upbeat and ready on your Monday!
Tuesday
Source: Cherry Lime Bars
These Cherry Lime bars are wonderful because the taste of the lime comes through! Alongside this delicious dessert are these fabulous meals that will add a splash of brightness to your spring day! From these ginger-lime noodles and these sticky orange cauliflower bites are meals not to be missed!
Wednesday
Source: Tofu Tacos with Sriracha-Lime Slaw
What is better than tacos for lunch? These tacos are elevated to the next level with a splash of lime juice. End your day with these tarts that are made with hazelnuts and blood oranges! These meals are a perfect way to celebrate spring.
Thursday
Happy Thursday! Today’s day is another day of bright meals! These ones will have you excited about spring and the fresh produce that’s available at this time of year. Adding a splash of this orange-citrus vinaigrette takes this pasta salad up in flavor!
Friday
Source: Grapefruit Grain Salad with Roasted Chickpeas
Happy Friday! A week of these refreshing meals and this Friday is your day to enjoy it once more before the week is out! This smoothie is a bright start to your day, and welcome to your weekend with this grapefruit creme brulee!
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