This Blueberry Lemon Dump Cake is a simple, crowd-pleasing dessert made with just six ingredients and about 10 minutes of prep. Fresh blueberries with bright lemon zest and a rich, buttery topping bake up in a single pan for an easy treat that’s perfect served warm with vanilla ice cream. Delicious, reliable, and buttery — … Read more

Fresh, juicy mandarins brighten this Spinach Salad with Mandarin Oranges, making it an ideal, quick dish for any meal. Ready in about 15 minutes, it combines baby spinach, mandarin sections, toasted almonds, dried cranberries and creamy goat cheese, all tied together with a tangy honey-balsamic dressing. This recipe was originally published January 2019 and updated … Read more

These soft, chewy Ginger Cream Cookies are ideal for the holidays and beyond. No electric mixer needed—the dough comes together quickly—and a brown sugar buttercream complements the warm ginger and spices perfectly. Frosted molasses and ginger cookies are my top pick for the Christmas season. I often skip sugar cookies in favor of a soft, … Read more

This simple Watermelon Frosé is the perfect refreshing summer drink: just blend frozen watermelon, rosé, a squeeze of lime and a splash of peach schnapps for an easy adult slushie. Recipe published July 2019. Updated June 2020 with new photos and step-by-step images. The frosé (frozen rosé) trend has become a summer staple for good … Read more

This roasted sweet potato kale salad converts kale skeptics into fans. Finely shredded kale is layered with spiced roasted sweet potatoes, crunchy cornbread croutons, toasted pepitas and pecans, tangy feta and dried cranberries, all finished with a simple balsamic dressing. It’s a crowd-pleasing side for holiday tables or a satisfying weeknight salad—add cubed chicken or … Read more

This simple Apple Stuffing recipe brings sweet apples and savory butter together for a flavorful holiday side. It’s quick to prepare, packed with fresh herbs, and pairs perfectly with turkey or any festive meal. This recipe was originally published in November 2018. Thanksgiving is coming, and for many of us the highlight is the stuffing. … Read more

Whether you crave sweet or savory, these 25+ lemon recipes are delicious ways to use up your lemons. From no-bake cheesecakes and lemon sugar cookies to bright orzo salads, lemon chicken dinners and more, this collection offers recipes the whole family will love. With a name like lemons & zest, it makes sense this site … Read more

Zucchini bread without baking? Zucchini Overnight Oats, or “zoats,” are a unique make-ahead breakfast you can prep in 5 minutes and have ready when you wake up. These zucchini overnight oats are a tasty, wholesome way to sneak extra vegetables into your morning. This recipe was originally published June 2015 and updated June 2021. Fresh … Read more

Welcome to 2024! 2023 was an outstanding year for great food, and these recipes prove it. From quick weeknight dinners to easy breakfasts and crowd-pleasing appetizers, Lemons + Zest served up plenty of favorites. Here are the top 15 most-loved recipes from Lemons + Zest in 2023—some new, some classic, all fan favorites. Which one … Read more

This cozy crockpot sausage tortellini soup is an ideal bowl of comfort for a cold evening. Preparation is simple: brown the meat, dump the remaining ingredients into the crockpot, and stir. With protein, vegetables and pasta, it serves as a full meal—just add freshly baked bread for an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will … Read more