When the season calls for a little extra brightness, citrus answers beautifully. Lemons, oranges, grapefruits, and limes add a burst of freshness to every dish, enhancing flavors and lifting spirits. This collection celebrates the simple joy of cooking with citrus, from light and lively starters to vibrant mains and irresistible desserts. Each recipe is a small splash of sunshine, designed to bring color, balance, and a cheerful spark to your table, no matter the weather outside.
Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe
This is the easiest lemon chicken piccata recipe ever! A classic that we all should have in our repertoire. This creamy version elevates your traditional lemon chicken piccata. Imagine perfectly tender seared chicken breast cutlets served over a bed of pure, creamy, heavenly lemon, caper, and garlic wine sauce. Get the recipe: Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe
Pork Tenderloin Scaloppine with Balsamic Citrus Sauce
Pork tenderloin scaloppine with balsamic citrus sauce. Doesn’t it just sound divine? We all have our favorite dishes that, no matter what, always are fail-proof and can satisfy the hungriest of appetites. I have a few of those recipes up my sleeve. Get the recipe: Pork Tenderloin Scaloppine with Balsamic Citrus Sauce
Broccoli with Lemon Rigatoni Pasta
Broccoli with Lemon Rigatoni. One more dish of pasta for your repertoire. I love this recipe. This creamy lemon broccoli pasta recipe is not only deliciously creamy, the best part of this recipe is that it is ready to be served at your table in less than 20 minutes. Get the recipe: Broccoli with Lemon Rigatoni Pasta
Kale Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Lighter dinners are welcome, though not required. Here is a great new salad we cannot avoid: Kale Salad with Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette. I was first introduced to it by a close friend and replicated it repeatedly until we had it as we preferred. Get the recipe: Kale Salad with Honey Lemon Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
This salad blends the best of summer ingredients for a fresh salad and puts grapefruit and oranges to excellent use. The combination of tart fruits and spinach makes this a fantastic palate cleanser. Easy to assemble and very light and refreshing. It is the most delicious orange grapefruit salad I’ve made in the past few months. Get the recipe: Spinach Salad with Citrus Dressing
Cucumber And Orange Salad
Meet your new weeknight MVP: Cucumber and Orange Salad. A salad so fresh, practically sparkles, and so fast, you’ll be plating up under twenty. Crunchy, colorful, and bursting with flavor—this quick and refreshing salad comes together in under 20 minutes! It is the perfect way to add a zesty twist to your dinner table with minimal effort and maximum taste. Get the recipe: Cucumber And Orange Salad
Rosemary, Peas, Lemon Chicken – Easy & The Best
Juicy, tender rosemary chicken paired with the tang of lemon and the sweetness of peas. A perfect weeknight meal. It is an all-in-one skillet dish that is easy to prepare and requires minimal cleanup afterward. This is one of the most sought-after meals in our family. Get the recipe: Rosemary, Peas, Lemon Chicken – Easy & The Best
Fettuccine with Lemon Mascarpone Sauce
You will love this simple one-pot meal if you are a pasta lover. Fettuccine with lemon mascarpone sauce. This is that recipe that, no matter what, tastes delicious. It’s one of my favorite lemon pasta sauces; I love updating. Get the recipe: Fettuccine with Lemon Mascarpone Sauce
The Perfect Lemon Pound Cake
Lemon pound cake is rich and moist with a bright and refreshing lemon flavor. Moist on the inside, with a golden outer crust with a crisp texture. Lemon pound cake is a classic cake perfect for any occasion, from afternoon tea to an elegant dinner. Get the recipe: The Perfect Lemon Pound Cake
Lemon Parmesan Orange Roughy
Lemon parmesan orange roughy, crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside. The perfect weeknight dinner or special date night. Craving Italy’s fresh summer fish? Try this quick dinner with an Italian twist! Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish will have you coming back for seconds. Get the recipe: Lemon Parmesan Orange Roughy
Lemon Tart – Pretty, Simple & Sweet
The lemon season is here, which is the perfect time to indulge in this irresistible lemon tart! Bursting with tangy citrus flavor, it’s a treat you won’t want to miss. 🍋✨ A flawless graham cracker crust—both soft and crunchy—paired with a perfectly balanced lemon custard that’s neither sweet nor tart. Every bite is pure bliss for your senses and palate! Get the recipe: Lemon Tart – Pretty, Simple & Sweet
Ricotta Lemon Cake – The Best Italian Dessert
This Italian Ricotta Lemon Cake is an excellent Italian dessert to prepare for your friends and family. You do not need a special occasion or holiday to enjoy this traditional Italian cake. And if you’re like me, you’ll find yourself craving it. Get the recipe: Ricotta Lemon Cake – The Best Italian Dessert
