March is the bridge betweenwintergloom andspringsunshine. That means we’re still cravingcozy dishes(don’t stash the slow cooker away just yet) while also dipping our forks into the fresh seasonal produce we’ve been craving since last year. Here, 31 March dinner ideas to tackle every night this month, from soul-warmingsoupsto crispsalads.
31 Easy March Dinner Ideas to Cook (and Devour) This Month
March 1:Sweet Potato Chili with Turkey and Black Beans
This one-pot gem is hearty, nutritious and ever so cozy. Feel free to usekidney beansinstead ofblack beans, or groundbeefor chicken instead of turkey.
March 3:Slow Cooker Korean Short Rib Tacos
Your Crockpot is the secret to fall-apart-tender beef sans babysitting.Gochujangadds savory-spicy flavor to the meat while cabbage and dill pickles cool things down.
March 4:Citrus, Shrimp and Quinoa Salad with Feta
Let's end citrus season with a bang, shall we? Thisseafooddish is equal parts nourishing, refreshing and tangy, but most importantly, it's ready in 20 minutes flat.
March 5:Rigatoni with Vodka Sauce
We've never met a tomato cream sauce that we didn't love. And TBH, this one rivals that of your favorite Italian bistro. Pass the Parm, please.
March 6:Baked Feta with Garlicky Kale and Chickpeas
Now that you're well-versed in baked feta (thanks,TikTok), why not try this pasta-free recipe on for size? Each serving boasts a whopping 21 grams of protein, and it's prepared in a single skillet for minimal cleanup.
March 7:Garlic-Confit Chicken with Lemon and Thyme
You should *always* have a jar ofgarlicconfit—garlic that is slow cooked in oil until rich and tender—in your fridge. Prepare it in advance to save time before dinner.
March 8:15-Minute Skillet Pepper Steak
Low-carb,keto-friendlyand beyond easy to make, this protein-and-veg skillet is a guaranteed win on its own, wrapped in tortillas or served overcauliflower rice.
March 9:Slow Cooker French Onion Soup
Did winter even happen if you never cooked this crowd-pleasingsoup? Each bowl is finished with a hunk of crusty baguette and a generous dose of Gruyère.
March 10:Cheesy Kale Farfalle
Grown-upmac and cheese? Yes, please. A 50/50 ratio of freshkaleto pasta makes this a pretty healthy dinner. (You know, in theory.)
March 11:Instant Pot Baked Potato Soup
Anysoupthat's topped with ridged potato chips is one after our own heart. And thanks to the handypressure cooker, this one only needs 30 minutes to come together.
March 12:Grilled Flatbread Pizza with Artichoke, Ricotta and Lemon
This pie, starring marinatedartichokehearts, is just the thing to hold you over while you wait forfresh artichokesto hit the farmers market.
March 13:Cacio e Pepe Mac and Cheese
Your picky eaters will be thrilled to see thischeesypasta hit the table. You'll be just as elated to make it, since the recipe only calls for seven simple ingredients.
March 14:Slow Cooker Chicken Tikka Masala
Our favorite thing to do on a Sunday? Set and forget something delicious in theCrockpot.所有你需要做的是把原料,混合the sauce and dump it all in the slow cooker.
March 15:Tabitha Brown’s Chili Carrot Dogs
March 17:Shepherd’s Pie
HappySt. Patrick's Day! Instead of cookingcorned beefthis year, give this Guinness beef stew topped with goat cheese mashed potatoes a whirl. (Oh, and wash it down with your favorite Irishstout, obvi.)
March 18:15-Minute Cheater’s Pad Thai
If you’re a habitual pad Thai orderer, it’s time to learn how to make your beloved noodle dish even faster than it can be delivered. (This version is loaded with ground pork,srirachaand peanuts.)
March 20:Salmon Al Pastor
Because an olive oil-lemonfilletgets boring after the millionth time. Opt for sweet-tartpineapple, smoky ancho chile powder and tangypickled onionsinstead.
March 21:Thai Beef Bowls with Rice Noodles
Ah,rice noodles.他们无谷蛋白,令人满意的耐嚼,on the flavor of whatever they're cooked in. That's why they're the ultimate base for this savory, one-panbeefdish.
March 22:Deb Perelman’s Ginger Garlic Chicken Noodle Soup
Thecanned kindjust won't cut it once you taste this impeccably seasoned riff on the O.G., crowned withchile crispfor good measure. Ramen takes over for old-school egg noodles, while black rice vinegar, soy sauce and fresh ginger liven up the broth.
March 24:Chili Garlic Ginger Shrimp
You only need 17 minutes and one skillet to prepare this protein-packed main. Serve theshrimpin lettuce wraps, over white rice or with noodles.
March 25:Joanna Gaines’s Asparagus and Fontina Quiche
You saybreakfast,我们说晚餐。你的牙齿陷入这八岁时,我ngredient wonder that's oozing with fontina and Gruyère cheeses. (In case you need more convincing, that's astore-bought pie crust.)
March 26:Cheater’s Slow Cooker Beef Bourguignon
Trust us: This eight-hour, low-and-slow masterpiece is well worth the wait. Might we suggest serving the French staple with20-minute mashed potatoes?
March 27:Shaved Brussels Sprouts, Fennel and Mandarin Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
This salad is decidedly wintry, but it'll still brighten up your dinner with fresh citrus, sharp fennel, salty pecorino Romano and zingy lemon-mustard dressing. Addgrilled chickenor crispytofuto make it more filling.
March 29:Joanna Gaines’s Spring Vegetable Risotto
Mushrooms, radishes, peas,spinachand chives will all be at peak deliciousness by the end of the month. Creamywhite wine-Parm risotto can only make them tastier, no?
March 30:Spring Pea Soup with Mint
Hit the farmers market for fresh peas, celery, leeks andalllllthe herbs to make this seasonal gem shine its brightest. Might we suggest supping it alfresco?
March 31:Lamb Shawarma Sandwich
Taryn Pireis PureWow’s associate food editor. A former bartender and barista, she’s been writing about all things delicious since 2016, developing recipes, reviewing restaurants and investigating food trends at Food52, New Jersey Family Magazine and Taste Talks. When she isn’t testing TikTok’s latest viral recipe, she’s having popcorn for dinner and posting about it on Instagram@cookingwithpire.