Early Spring marks the beginning of Passover, and all across the world, Jewish families will be enjoying their favorite eats during Seder. For Pesach, we've gathered more than 50 kosher recipes for some mouthwatering inspiration, from mashed rutabagas to authentic Carnegie Deli matzo ball soup. Get ready to celebrate right!
— Additional reporting by Anna Monette Roberts and Camilla Salem
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With grapefruits, oranges, tangerines, and chopped fresh mint, this Citrus Salad is rich in flavor and antioxidants. Serve it as an appetizer or even as a dessert.
Serve gefilte fish in a whole new way with this Tomato Gefilte Fish recipe. This pepper-tomato sauce will bring the fish new flavors like you've never had before.
You won't believe how rich and hearty this Mushroom Dip is. It works well with pita chips or any other kind of crispy chip.
Make your predinner snack so much better with these Baked Root Vegetable Chips. They are crunchy, savory, and even healthy!
You can pair this Beet Dip with salmon and other entrée dishes or simple leave it on its own. Be sure to roast beets up to two days before making this dip.
These crispy Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Chips are delicious on their own or paired with a dipping sauce. Let these tide you over before the big meal.
This marinated Balsamic London Broil With Roasted Onions makes the perfect Passover dinner dish. The onions can double as a side dish, too.
Simplicity is all that matters with this Crispy Rainbow Trout. Get a fresh piece of fish and it will cook to perfection. Eat up!
This Red Wine Top of the Rib can be prepared just like brisket, but it is even more juicy and flavorful. Yum!
Tangy and savory, this Sweet and Spicy Chutney Slow Cooker Chicken will bring major flavor to the Passover dinner table.
This family-friendly Baked Oniony Chicken has sweet, rich onion flavors and hearty chicken meat. Enjoy this with a side salad or mashed potatoes.
Serve this elegant and richly flavored five-ingredient meal at any Passover dinner to blow guests away. This Grilled Ribeye With Crispy Parsnips dinner will satisfy every guest.
Transform your leftovers into something good with this Passover Migas recipe. You can make these for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a snack!
Make the most of your leftover charoset with this Charoset-Stuffed Chicken Breast recipe. The chicken makes the flavor practically burst.
Take French toast to the next level with this French Toast Matzo With Dill Cream Cheese. It will satisfy even your wildest matzo cravings and leave you feeling nice and full.
Fill up your Passover plate with this hearty Butternut Squash Matzo Lasagna. It has all the best flavors of the season.
Get creative with this savory Matzo Grilled Cheese. Make it for lunch, dinner, or even just a snack and you will be fully satisfied.
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Make Chicken With Capers and Olives when you want a light, juicy dish for you and your guests to enjoy. The lemon helps to make the chicken tender, while the capers and olives mix with the chicken to make a rich sauce.
Turn fried eggplant into a salad with this creative Marinated Eggplant Salad With Tomatoes and Basil recipe. The fresh basil will add rich flavor to the eggplant and the tomatoes will give it a juicy punch.
This chopped vegetable salad bursts with flavor after every bite. Notice how this "Beef-ed Up" Israeli Salad doesn't have any leafy greens, leaving room for even more chopped vegetables.
Put redskin potatoes in this Leek, Potato, and Tarragon Soup for a whole new spin on a traditional potato soup recipe. You can puree it or keep it with the veggie chunks. Both will still deliver the yummy flavors!
With only five ingredients, this Celery Root Soup is easy to make and ultra-tasty. It is creamy and rich, giving your Passover meal more flavor.
With crunchy cauliflower and sweet pine nuts, this Zesty Cauliflower Salad adds just the right amount of tang to any Passover dinner.
A tasty dish with the perfect combination of sweet and salty, these Maple-Roasted Carrots With Goat Cheese pair nicely with any kind of meat.
These savory Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes will perfectly complement any Passover dinner. Just caramelize onions and get cookin'!
These Matzo Toppings From Around the World are open-face matzah sandwiches that are inspired by the flavors of Italy, France, Thailand, and Mexico.
Every Passover dinner needs this Passover Bread. It is the perfect complement to any meal.
Complete the holiday feast with this healthy Apple Crisp. It's easy to make and more low-calorie than other crisp recipes. A win-win!
Mug cakes are all the rave, and this Flourless Chocolate Microwave Mug Cake is the best one yet. After dinner, this will hit the spot.
These tasty Flourless Chocolate Walnut Cookies will be hard to stay away from, so dig in!
Your mouth will water before you even try this Cheesecake Ice Cream With Crumbled Macaroons. It combines the perfect flavors all in one dish.
Give dessert a new meaning with this Matzo Almond Fruit Crumble. It will have your guests begging for more.
This creative Meat Matzo Pizza makes for a great Passover appetizer.
A simple Shredded Brussels Sprouts and Arugula Salad is an easy way to get some traditional bitter greens on the table.
Elevate traditional coconut macaroons with these chocolaty Almond Joy Macaroons.
Matzo might have been difficult to nosh on — until now. Your family will tear through a platter of this Chocolate-Covered Almond Matzo Toffee in no time.
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Coconut Macaroons are a classic Passover dessert. Whip up a batch and add kosher chocolate chips, if you'd like.
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A traditional Flourless Chocolate Cake is a must for Passover, when leavened flour is prohibited.
Low and slow Braised Brisket nearly cooks itself and ought to be made in advance, as it is better reheated the next day.
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Salmon gravlax can take several days to cure, but not Halibut Gravlax, which only requires a day. Serve it as an appetizer with matzo, cream cheese, and dill fronds.
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This year, make a comforting bowl of Matzo Ball Soup from the pros at Carnegie Deli.
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A comforting dish of Matzo Brei is a Passover must! For a nontraditional approach, try this version with lox, eggs, and onions.
A large, succulent Rosemary-Roasted Leg of Lamb roasted over a bed of herbs is an ideal Passover main course.
This Seder Plate Salad is a riff on nicoise salad, featuring lamb instead of tuna.
For an interesting alternative to potatoes, try Mashed Rutabagas. If you've never tried a rutabaga, it tastes a little bit like a cross between a cabbage and a turnip.
Perfectly Steamed Carrots With Olive Oil and Lemon make an ideal Spring side dish, especially alongside a meaty main course.
Calorie-conscious friends and family will rejoice. Add a plate of these Cucumber Cups With Tapenade next to your family's traditional appetizers. Five of these spicy and fresh cups are fewer than 90 calories.
This Spicy Sweet Potato Salad is my go-to side dish for all the Jewish holidays. It's light and bright, and it offers a welcome punch of spice to any traditional Passover plate.
A big plate of Quinoa-Stuffed Peppers is an easy and healthful appetizer to make ahead, before your kitchen gets too crazy.
This dairy-free Creamy Cauliflower Bisque is incredibly rich, creamy, and comforting, making it an ideal addition to your Passover supper. Loaded with fiber and vitamins, it's an immunity-boosting soup that will also support healthy digestion.
While matzo ball soup is completely delish, those heavy matzo-meal balls can pack on the calories. Want to revamp the flavors in a healthy way? Take on a recipe for some Classic Chicken Soup from POPSUGAR Food. Just be sure to use egg noodles or gluten-free noodles that are kosher for Passover.
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Traditional recipes for this decadent, sweet dish pile the cream, butter, and sugar on heavy — but this Noodle Kugel is an ideal alternative that brings the same nostalgic and comforting flavors. There's still plenty of sugar in this recipe, but more traditional recipes call for more than double this amount. Be sure to use potato starch (instead of cornstarch) to make this recipe kosher for Passover.
For a sweet ending, bake a batch of Almond Lemon Cookies, a crunchy alternative to a traditional macaroon. The coconut bumps up the saturated fat content of most macaroon recipes, but these cookies are loaded with protein and heart-healthy fats.
Most flourless chocolate cake recipes are loaded with butter, sugar, and more butter, but not this perfectly portioned 100-calorie Flourless Chocolate Cake. It doesn't call for one drop of white sugar or butter and brings a surprising vegetable to dessert.
Passover macaroons are tasty cookies that are easy to make, are fairly low in sugar, and contain ample protein and fiber. These Almond and Coconut Macaroons offer a nuttier flavor and even crunchier texture.