Paleo Easter Recipe Round Up
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Easter heralds the return of spring and, for many, the first big family gathering of the year. Make these classic spring time favorites all Easter Weekend long to keep visitors happy and healthy as the weather warms up!
Appetizers
Artsy Crudite Platter with Ranch Dip & Guac
I always feel like it is such a treat when your food is healthy and looks like a piece of art! You will love letting your creative side shine on this healthy and gorgeous Crudité Platter. The healthy dips and gorgeous design of this platter will get everyone to eat their veggies.
Whipped Cream Cheese & Cucumber Salmon Bites
Cream Cheese and Smoked Salmon are a match made in heaven and pair perfectly on this grain free “bagel bite” that uses a sturdy and hydrating slice of cucumber as it’s base.
Whipped Ricotta with Peaches & Herbs
There is nothing more delicious then a light and airy whipped ricotta, unless its topped with Peaches and Herbs! This cloudy whip will send your tastebuds into a simple yet delicious blend of honey and herbs along with the peaches and cheese. Who said ricotta is just for lasagne?
Tapenade Cucumber Bites
Tapenade is a delicious treat to have as a topping on baked fish or a perfect appetizer. This recipe uses cucumbers instead of bread or crackers to maintain a crunch while being entirely plant based and a much healthier alternative to grains.
Whipped Tahini & Crudite Platter
Looking for an easy gorgeous appetizer to serve guests? Look no further. This Whipped Tahini and Crudite Platter is not only beautiful, it’s healthy, and quick to throw together! Perfect to make in the summer with all the fresh produce that is available. Your guests will keep going back for bites!
Italian Kale Chips - 3 Ways!
Kale Chips are a great replacement for potato or corn chips and these zesty kale chips will satisfy all your cravings between Sea Salt, Truffle oil and Parmesan! They make the perfect crunchy finger good when your family comes to celebrate the long Easter weekend.
Sun Dried Tomato Cauliflower Flatbreads with Pesto
This is not your ordinary Toast, this is made with Cali’flour Foods flatbreads made from cauliflower with zesty sun-dried tomatoes. These little flatbreads are absolutely delicious and are gluten and grain-free and keto-friendly. Serve them up as an easy weeknight dinner or an appetizer for your next get-together.
Prosciutto Wrapped Pears & Honey
Pears are a delicious winter fruit and wrapping them in salty prosciutto and topping it with sweet honey and savory thyme is the most delicious bite you can imagine. These tasty wraps work great as an Easter appetizer!
Marinated Olives
Anytime I am out to dinner and Marinated Olives are on the menu I always have to order them. They seem like such a fancy luxurious way to eat olives. This recipe is so simple and delicious and will elevate your olives and show off from the beginning of your Easter gathering til the end.
Kalamata Olive Tapenade
Tapenade is an easy Provencal dip consisting of olives and olive oil. This dip is excellent served for a holiday appetizer with crackers or vegetables for dipping, but it can also be spread onto sandwiches, tossed into pasta or dolloped on Buddha bowls as well.
Brunch
Shakshuka
Shakshuka is an exceptional dish including eggs that are poached in a flavorful sauce. The sauce is usually tomato-based and very fragrant, and this version is no different. This one incorporates Mediterranean ingredients like herbs, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes for a sauce that will be tangy, briny, and bright.
Baked Eggs In Avocado
Avocado and Eggs are a match made in heaven. This healthy, simple and elegant breakfast will wow your brunch guests and keep you full for hours with all the healthy fats. These can even be made as an easy weekday breakfast. Follow my cookbook, Wandering Palate, by popping them in the oven while you are getting ready and come back 15-20 minutes later to a healthy and nourishing breakfast.
Shirred Eggs With Olives
If you are an avid olive lover but have never tried them with eggs, this will become your new favorite dish for breakfast. Check out my cookbook, Wandering Palate, for the full recipe.
Spinach and Feta Quiche
This Spinach And Feta Quiche is a tender egg bake filled with spinach and salty feta cheese. The best way to get a tender quiche is to incorporate fat. In this case, cream helps the eggs bake into a custard-like texture, but you can substitute with half and half, and coconut milk with equal success. Serve this for your Easter bunch or lunch with a tossed green salad and fresh fruit!
Eggs Benedict
Eggs Benedict is a breakfast staple but this version is minus the English muffin by using crispy, golden potato latkes as a base instead. Get this recipe and more in my book, Wandering Palate!
Sheet Pan Breakfast Hash
Easter Breakfast can be a big affair! Sometimes mornings are too hectic to have a nutrient dense breakfast. This sheet pan hash is going to change your life. You can have everything prepped and ready to cook, pop it in the oven while you get ready and by the time you are showered and dress or before guests begin arriving. You can use sweet potatoes or regular potatoes in this recipe and make as many eggs as you want.
Meyer Lemon & Blackberry Paleo Muffins
Most muffins are full of sugar and carbs which make them not ideal for starting your day, but these Meyer Lemon and Blackberry Muffins are grain free and absolutely delicious! They are so light and fluffy and bright and fruity from the sweet Meyer Lemon juice and fruit.
Cranberry Orange Paleo Muffins
Pair these Cranberry Orange Muffins with the recipe above for sweet baked treats to either begin or end your Easter meal.
Banana Nut Bread
My spiced Banana Nut Bread is a nice switch to your classic banana bread. It's the perfect way to save overripe bananas and this spiced banana nut bread will fit the bill perfectly. It is Grain-Free by using cassava flour and it gets a spicy twist from warming cinnamon and nutmeg.
Blueberry Lemon Loaf
Fresh blueberries and tart lemon combine in This Loaf Recipe making it a perfect Easter breakfast or brunch. The coconut glaze is unique because it uses maple syrup for sweetness rather than powdered sugar and the use of coconut butter gives the glaze its creaminess and coconut taste.
Paleo Blueberry Muffins
These Blueberry Muffins are gluten-free and grain free with an underlying almond taste, and are delicious for Easter breakfast or dessert. Although they do not use traditional flour, they have a wonderful, cake-like texture.
Pancakes 2 Ways
While most pancake recipes include all-purpose flour, my pancake recipes are great for gluten-free, grain-free, and nut-free diets! Be sure to try my Plantain Pancakes which add a wonderful starchiness and unique taste to an otherwise traditional pancake; or, my Almond Flour Pancakes! You can find this recipe and more in my book, Wandering Palate.
Sugar Free Strawberry Compote
Most syrups are full of sugar and undesirable ingredients. This 3 ingredient Compote is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and liven up the Paleo Almond Flour Pancake recipe in my cookbook, Wandering Palate.
Flip Crêpes
Flip Crêpes provides two different mixes, one sweet and the other savory, although both will work in This Recipe. Flip Crêpes sells gluten-free products, they are also dairy and egg-free and are produced in a nut-free facility. Moreover, the company’s mixes do not contain GMO flours.
Sweet Potato Hash
This Sweet Potato Hash is a great addition to your Easter spread! The combination of sunshine orange and green in this attractive breakfast will brighten anyones mood and provide you with essential nutrients.
Mains
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
This Rack Of Lamb is so simple to make but will look so impressive when served to guests. The herb crust infuses flavor into the meat while adding an attractive spark of green.
Patagonia Lamb
I love this Patagonia Lamb recipe, and I'm sure you will too! The lean nature of lamb means it is best to serve it between medium-rare and medium doneness. Simply check the temperature at intervals to ensure this roast will be the most tender and tasty lamb you have ever enjoyed.
Grilled Picanha
Grilled Picanha is a Brazilian staple but is one of my favorite cuts of meat. Often referred to as a Top Sirloin Cap, it is known for its flavorful fat cap that infuses the meat while it cooks. Grill this bad boy up and slice it into thin juicy pieces and everyone will be coming back for more.
Rosemary Steak
This Rosemary Steak is surprisingly simple which means it's a great Easter option for you to prepare. The key to this steak is pounding it down thin and letting it marinate before searing it off in a cast-iron skillet. I was also very excited to use my new Nakano Chef Knife on this steak too. Every kitchen needs a good chef’s knife!
Tomahawk Steak
This Tomahawk Ribeye is seasoned simply and seared making for a quick and easy Easter dinner. Don’t let its size intimidate you, it is quite the easy steak to master.
Rosemary Roast Beef
Roast Beef is the perfect Easter roast for your friends and family. It is fast to prepare, takes only an hour or so in the oven, and can go with almost any side dishes. This version is scented with hearty rosemary, which holds up well in the oven.
Instant Pot Beef Brisket
This melt-in-your-mouth Brisket is incredibly tender and delicious with a spice coating. Also, while a traditional oven brisket may take a few hours to make, a pressure cooker cooks it in a fraction of the time to equally flavorful results. You will definitely want to make this for your Easter Sunday!
Saffron Rice Baked Chicken
This Saffron Rice Baked Chicken Recipe takes classic chicken and rice to new depths. It includes an abundance of fresh herbs, tangy wine, and the fragrant aroma and color of saffron threads. Although it looks fancy, it is a one-pot meal because it gets both combined and baked in a cast-iron skillet. If you don’t have a cast-iron or other ovenproof skillet, however, just sear the chicken and combine the mixture in an ordinary skillet and transfer to a baking dish for the oven step.
One Pan Spatchcock Chicken
My Spatchcock Chicken Recipe is easier than it looks, I promise! Whole chickens often take a long time to cook, but the simple method of flattening a chicken can reduce the roasting time substantially as well as make portioning easier. By combining the chicken and veggies on a baking sheet, everything will be cooked at the same time and there will be less clean up as well. It's a win, win when prepping for your Easter buffet.
Roasted Chicken
This humble roast comprises of tender chicken, root vegetables and herbs that are extremely comforting for an Easter weekend at home. Just combine everything in a pan and bake in the oven until ready to serve. Get this recipe and more in my book, Wandering Palate.
Lamb Chops
In just fifteen minutes, you can have these simple chops on the table even when you think you don’t have time to cook. You can find this recipe in my book, Wandering Palate.
Salads
Tuscan Kale Salad
This simple Kale Salad is packed with flavors and a perfect side to whatever protein stars in your Easter spread. Add some avocados if you want to make it extra filling or top it with steak to be a meal on its own. The lemon massaged kale comes to life in your mouth the zesty and herby dressing.
Grilled Peach and Burrata Salad
Peaches are one of my favorite treats and trying them grilled in my Peach and Burrata Salad is perfect for Easter. If you are dairy-free, you can skip the burrata and pair it with the arugula instead.
Niçoise Salad
Nicoise salad is a French salad filled with plenty of vegetables and hearty ingredients. As a result, this dish can be served as a main meal since you have your protein, starch and vegetables all in one. Find this recipe and more in my book The Wandering Palate.
Paleo Potato Salad
This Potato Salad is always a crowd pleaser. The problem is that most potato salad is filled with terrible ingredients and awful oils instead of nutrient-dense foods. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to make your own healthy version with my simple recipe.
Cauliflower Pasta Salad
This easy grain-free Pasta Salad is the perfect accompaniment to any summertime meal and can even become a main meal by adding your favorite protein. With briny and fresh Mediterranean flavors like salty olives, juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil, this dish will become a staple at every table. If planning to reserve in the fridge before eating, consider holding back some of the dressing to re-moisten the salad just before serving.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Chicken Caesar is a favorite among so many . With the addition of caper berries and toasted tortillas instead of croutons, your guests are sure to love this! My book, Wandering Palate, includes this recipe and several other delicious dishes.
Chicken Cobb Salad
This chicken cobb salad is a refreshing combination of crisp vegetables and plenty of protein on top of a bed of greens. Enjoy this with a tangy, bright tasting lemony dressing for an Easter lunch. You can get this recipe and more in my book, Wandering Palate.
Bavette Steak Salad
Bavette, a French-style cut, tends to be tougher than other cuts although intensely flavored due to the luxurious marbling. As such, it is best suited to fast cooking preparations like this one. You can get this recipe and more in my book, Wandering Palate.
Dairy Free Chicken Caprese Salad
This Chicken Caprese Salad has everything you would expect minus the cheese. It is vibrant and colorful with your choice of tangy, lemony dressing or a basil pesto drizzle.
Greek Salad
Greek salad is incredibly colorful and refreshing with plenty of crisp cucumber and fruity tomatoes. You can find a bright and colorful version in my book, Wandering Palate, along with other similarly tasty salads.
Rosemary Chicken Salad
My Rosemary Chicken Salad is a new take on a chicken salad which includes staples ingredients like: tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocado; but, with rosemary-seasoned chicken breast and, a delicious tangy, herbed dressing. Serve this as a side or main for your Easter meal.
Sides
Roasted Orange Carrots with Fennel & Dill
Roasted Carrots are a hearty springtime side dish and these tasty carrots are packed with flavor with the addition of fennel, oranges and dill. They pair perfectly with a traditional Easter lamb dish.
Roasted Garlic & Honey Glazed Baby Carrots
You either love or hate carrots, but there is rarely an in between. What if I told you I could turn you into a carrot lover with these Honey Glazed Carrots? The honey turns them to candy and will get anyone to eat their veggies and the added thyme gives it a savory and herby flavor in every bite. You can even use baby carrots for this recipe making it one of the easiest and tastiest sides you will ever make.
Instant Pot Carrot and Ginger Soup
Even though it's spring, there's still a bite in the air and I am loving this Creamy Thai Inspired Soup! The carrots and coconut milk pair perfectly with the turmeric, ginger and basil letting this soup transport you to warmer lands on these cool spring days.
Garlic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Herbs
Roasted Tomatoes are a very underrated side with so much potential. These work great as a side to your Easter protein of choice or even better turn them into a delicious Tomato Soup!
Creamed Spinach
Creamed Spinach is a wonderful side dish to have on hand. To make this dish friendly for dairy-free diets, though, coconut milk is an excellent choice because it has similar richness and creaminess to dairy ingredients. This creamy sauce could be used for any vegetables you would like to add richness too, such as kale, cauliflower or carrots.
Potatoes au Gratin
We all need comforting side dishes like Potatoes Au Gratin. Easter's a great excuse to squeeze this dish in. You want to peel and slice the potatoes then layer with a heavy cream mixture and lots of cheddar cheese!
Rosemary Roasted Potatoes
My Rosemary Roasted Potato recipe is super easy. Potatoes are one of those grey-area paleo foods, but if you tolerate them there is no need to avoid them. They can be super tasty, especially when roasted in the oven with fresh herbs.
Fries, 4 Ways: Classic Baked, Yuca Truffle, Daikon Fries, and Celery Root Truffle Fries
You can’t go wrong with oven fries, ever! I couldn't agree more which is why I have three great recipes for you. Classic Oven Baked, Yuca Truffle Fries, Daikon Fries, and Celery Root Truffle Fries! All of these recipes are much healthier options than traditional fries because they are baked and not fried.
Roasted Garlic
Roasted Garlic elevates any recipe that calls for garlic and creates a beautiful fragrant garlic paste that you can use in anything you are planning to serve this Easter - including garlic bread!
Bakery & Desert
Flourless Orange Almond Cake with Berries
This fluffy Orange Almond Cake with Berries is a burst of freshness. The combination of citrus notes and almonds is heavenly, making it a not-too-rich dessert. Serve this for your special Easter dinner or lunch!
Grain Free Blueberry Cobbler
This Grain Free Blueberry Cobbler comes together quickly with fresh blueberries, lemon, and a cinnamon streusel baked on top. Your guests will be asking for seconds and not missing the grains in this cobbler!
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate Covered Strawberries seem like an indulgence but when you see how easy they are you'll be sure to prep them for your Eater guests! Using sugar-free chocolate chips makes these a healthier treat than traditional chocolate strawberries. You can use this method to coat any fruit or berries for your special day.
Pavlova
Pavlova is among the simplest, yet most elegant desserts to make, consisting of egg whites, sugar, cream and fruit. White sugar is commonly added to build the structure, but maple sugar works just as well producing a crispy and chewy meringue. Serve with your favorite berries or whatever is in season where you live.
Apple Bundt Cake
This Apple Bundt Cake is a classic ring-style cake great for serving large crowds or having on hand for the weekend. It contains a double dose of apples in the form of apple sauce and grated fresh apples which both serve to make the cake moist and fluffy and give it plenty of fruity taste.
Grain Free Apple Galette
This Apple Galette is a delicious dessert that anyone on Easter will enjoy because it has the signature flaky crust of apple pie but no gluten. Ice cream, as always, is the perfect accompaniment to freshly baked pies like this one.
Beverages
Cucumber Lime and Thyme Cooler
This Cucumber Cooler with fresh lime juice and thyme is the perfect drink to sip on. The best part is you can drink it as a refreshing mocktail or as a fun cocktail with your choice of spirit.
Blackberry Lemonade Spritzer
This Blackberry Lemonade Spritzer is perfect to make for Mom! With fresh blackberries, mint and lemon your tastebuds will sing. Simply muddle, shake, and pour to enjoy this refreshing blackberry cocktail with your favorite spirit or make it a refreshing mocktail.
Meyer Lemon and Rosemary Spritzer
This Fresh Meyer Lemon Juice and Rosemary Spritzer is the perfect drink to sip on! The best part is you can make it a mocktail or cocktail! Don’t be fooled thinking this is a summer beverage, Meyer lemons are only in season in the winter making this a fresh alternative to typically heavier beverages this time of year.
Strawberry Lemonade
Fresh Strawberry Lemonade perfect for sipping this Easter! This refreshing strawberry lemonade recipe comes together quickly in your blender. Garnish with fresh mint!
Cranberry & Rosemary Spritzer
Nothing says celebration time like cranberry recipes and this Tasty Cocktail uses the best citrus and cranberries and herbs for a delicious tart flavor in a glass. Enjoy in place of the popular mimosa.
Blood Orange & Mandarin Ving
There is nothing more refreshing than a fresh squeezed Citrus Cocktail and the perfect pairing for this one is with Ving Vodka! I am so glad I discovered this Vodka, known as the worlds cleanest Vodka! I love indulging in a cocktail from time to time but the key is to keep it as clean as possible with fresh produce and carefully crafted liquor that is as clean as it can be.
Watermelon Cooler
This Watermelon Cooler is perfect for children with some bubbling, soda water or an adult get-together with the additions of tequila or mezcal.
Rosemary Blood Orange Cocktail
This sweet and savory Rosemary Blood Orange Cocktail is great for your Easter morning or afternoon festivities! It has the taste of ruby blood orange juice with a rosemary and pine scent. Although this recipe serves only two, it is easy to scale up for a big or small group and blend in some mezcal or tequila!
