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5 Easy Sides for Fresh Spring Gatherings

Spring has arrived, and it’s the perfect time to refresh your recipe collection with bright, seasonal dishes that celebrate the flavors of the season! These five crowd-pleasing side dishes are ideal for Easter gatherings, spring potlucks, or sunny picnics. From protein-packed bean dips to colorful vegetable salads, each simple, satisfying recipe brings something special to your spring table.

Zippy Lentil Salad

3 bowls Zippy Lentil Salad on a table

This spring lentil salad combines protein-rich legumes with a rainbow of Easter-colored bell peppers and a lemon-champagne vinegar dressing to create the perfect side dish.

Pro tip: Serve in a clear glass bowl to showcase all those beautiful spring colors for a festive Easter table centerpiece.

White Bean Hummus

a bowl camellia bran beans hummas next to a plate of pita bread, carrots, and orange bell peppers

This easy 5-minute white bean hummus recipe features notes of lemon and fresh parsley for a taste of springtime in every bite. Create a beautiful grazing board with fresh seasonal vegetables like radishes, red bell peppers, and carrots.

Pairing suggestion: Serve with pita, crackers, or crudités.

Avocado Cilantro Hummus

Avocado Cilantro Hummus recipe from Camellia

This vibrant green dip combines creamy avocado with lime and fresh cilantro, and it’s ready in just 10 minutes—perfect for last-minute get-togethers.

Potato Salad with Chickpea Aquafaba Mayo

Potato Salad with Chickpea Aquafaba Mayo

A twist on traditional potato salad, this dish features a light and creamy chickpea aquafaba mayo, zesty mustard, fresh herbs, and crisp veggies.

Easy Crawfish & Red Bean Dip

Crawfish & Red Bean Dip in a tray wtih Red Bean Infusion and Red Kidney Bean bag on the side.

Bring New Orleans flavors to your table with this creamy, crowd-pleasing dip featuring Louisiana crawfish, red beans, and bold Creole seasonings. Serve it straight from the oven with crusty French bread or tortilla chips.