A Fresh & Healthy Easter Menu Your Body Will Thank You For

Easter doesn’t have to mean heavy casseroles, sugary side dishes, or a post-meal crash. This year, I’m sharing a menu that feels just as festive—without derailing your wellness goals.

Whether you’re hosting, contributing a dish, or just want to feel your best through the holiday weekend, these recipes are clean, nourishing, and totally delicious. Bonus: they’re all gluten-free, dairy-optional, and family-friendly.

Let’s get cooking!

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MAIN COURSE
A fresh spin on Easter dinner — flaky wild-caught salmon baked with a tangy-sweet glaze that feels indulgent but is completely clean. You could always opt for the traditional Easter ham—but if you do, skip the store-bought glaze and make your own with a blend of Dijon mustard, raw honey, orange zest, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. For a fresh, healthy take on an Easter meal this year, I went with salmon!

Honey Mustard Glazed Baked Salmon

Ingredients:

• 4 wild-caught salmon fillets

• 2 tbsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tbsp raw honey

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of ½ lemon

• Sea salt + black pepper

• Fresh parsley or dill, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.

2. Mix mustard, honey, olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice in a bowl.

3. Place salmon on a parchment-lined baking sheet, brush with glaze.

4. Bake 15–18 minutes or until flaky.

5. Garnish and serve!

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SIDE #1
This vibrant veggie medley is bright, fresh, and full of crunch — just what your body craves after winter.

Spring Veggie Sauté

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch asparagus, chopped

• 1 zucchini, sliced into half moons

• 1 cup sugar snap peas

• 1 tbsp avocado oil

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Sea salt + pepper to taste

• Optional: toasted pine nuts or slivered almonds

Instructions:

1. Heat avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.

2. Add veggies and sauté 5–7 minutes until just tender but still vibrant.

3. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon zest.

4. Sprinkle with pine nuts or almonds before serving.

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SIDE #2
All the creamy comfort of mashed potatoes — but lighter, gut-friendly, and blood sugar-balanced.

Cauliflower Mashed “Potatoes”

Ingredients:

• 1 large head cauliflower, chopped

• 2 cloves garlic

• 1–2 tbsp ghee or grass-fed butter

• ¼ cup unsweetened coconut milk (or almond milk)

• Sea salt + pepper

Instructions:

1. Steam cauliflower and garlic until very soft.

2. Transfer to a blender or food processor.

3. Add ghee and coconut milk, blend until smooth and fluffy.

4. Season to taste and serve warm.

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DESSERT
All the cozy carrot cake flavors you love — packed into naturally-sweetened, no-bake bites.

Paleo Carrot Cake Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond flour

• ½ cup shredded carrots

• ¼ cup chopped walnuts

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• ¼ tsp nutmeg

• 1–2 tbsp maple syrup

• 1 tbsp coconut oil

• Optional: whipped coconut cream or frosting on top

Instructions:

1. Mix all ingredients together in a bowl.

2. Roll into small bites.

3. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.

4. Top with coconut cream if desired.

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You don’t have to choose between food that tastes amazing and food that makes you feel amazing. This Easter menu gives you both. Wishing you a weekend full of joy, rest, and radiant health!

Have a joyful, blessed Easter!

Theresa Kasper, IHP
Well Designed Health