Yahoo Lifestyle 24 Really, Really Good Recipes For Passover That Are Just Different Enough To Pleasantly Surprise Everyone
Passover is swiftly approaching — which means it's time to shake up your usual Seder spread. This list keeps it (mostly) kosher without sacrificing creativity. So whether you're looking to spice up time-honored Passover traditions, find a fresh way to use up extra matzo, or simply try a new recipe this spring, these 24 dishes are perfect for your seder table and beyond.
It's a classic for a reason, and it might just be the best way to eat the cracker. We top ours with dried cherries and pistachios, but feel free to get creative — and get your kids involved in the making of this brittle.
Recipe: Matzo Brittle
Not your classic brisket, but a divine French twist on Passover's must-have main dish.
Recipe: Brisket Bourguignon
3.Carciofi Alla Giudia aka Roman-Jewish Fried Artichokes
A labor of love, but a labor that's worth it! Artichokes are in season this April, so do 'em justice with this classic preparation of them.
Recipe: Carciofi Alla Giudia aka Roman-Jewish Fried Artichokes
Whether you're celebrating the holiday or fighting off spring cold symptoms, this soup just hits the right spot.
Recipe: Herby Matzo Ball Soup
5.Marinated Beets with Potatoes and Horseradish
Horseradish isn’t just there to make you cry at the Seder — it actually slaps in a veggie dish, too. If you’ve got leftovers, this easy recipe will turn them into something you actually want seconds of.
Recipe: Marinated Beets with Potatoes and Horseradish
6.Roasted Chicken With Apples & Fennel
Fennel is in season during Passover this year, so celebrate its abundance with this one-pan roast chicken recipe.
Note: Don't throw away the tops of the fennel (called "fronds")! If you're looking to impress dinner guests, they make for a really pretty — and free — garnish.
Recipe: Roasted Chicken With Apples & Fennel
The award for hostess with the mostest goes to... YOU. (When you bring out these no-bake hors d'oeuvres at the start of the dinner party.)
Recipe: Stuffed Dates
8.Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Ganache Tarte
Some say baking a gorgeous tart without flour or eggs is impossible. Those people probably also think cauliflower can’t be sexy — see #10.
Recipe: Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Ganache Tarte
Unleavened bread pulls up to Flavortown in this snack mix recipe, and we're here for it. A perfect snack to have with some wine before dinner.
Recipe: Matzo Snack Mix
10.Romesco Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Herbed Tahini Cream
I had no idea one could be romantically attracted to a brassica (aka cruciferous vegetable). It's me — I'm "one."
Recipe: Romesco Roasted Whole Cauliflower with Herbed Tahini Cream
Egg-free, crispy outside, and chewy on the inside macaroons? In this economy? Oh yes!
Recipe: Easy Vegan Macaroons
This family recipe for latkes uses matzo meal as a binder for a potato pancake that is still kosher during the holiday.
Recipe: Laura’s Potato Latkes
13.Spicy Maple Roasted Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce
Did you know carrots could pop off like this? Who knew carrots could pop off like this?
Recipe: Spicy Maple Roasted Carrots with Crispy Chickpeas and Yogurt Sauce
Chicken schnitzel is breaded in matzo meal instead of regular breadcrumbs for a suuuuper crunchy quick dinner.
Recipe: Matzo Schnitzel
If you're a cocktail guy like me and love a negroni, this bitter herb cocktail is the Passover-friendly drink you need.
Recipe: Bitter Herb Cocktail
16.Spinach and Artichoke Matzo Mina Pie
A spanikopita-inspired matzo casserole that sneaks in some protein with a heaping two cups of cottage cheese. Who says a meatless Seder dinner can't slay?
Recipe: Spinach and Artichoke Matzo Mina Pie
17.Matzah Pizza
Passover can be a tricky time for bread-based picky eaters. We know the one. This pizza will satisfy the pickiest of eaters and satisfy your carb-y cravings, too.
Recipe: Matzah Pizza
18.Halva Diva Cake with Tahini Buttercream
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Halva is a fudge-like confection made of tahini and sugar found throughout the Middle East and beyond. For a showstopping Passover dessert, make this rich flourless layered cake featuring the nutty treat.
Recipe: Halva Diva Cake with Tahini Buttercream
Cooking for a party can be overwhelming, so keep things simple when you can — like with this side dish that takes less than 30 minutes and very little prep work.
Recipe: Perfect Roasted Asparagus
20.Perfect Roasted Leg of Lamb
Herbs, nutmeg, paprika, and a whole lot of garlic season this impressive centerpiece for a Passover feast that will turn all lamb skeptics into full-on believers.
Recipe: Perfect Roasted Leg of Lamb
A plant-based take on meatloaf with a sweet-savory glaze is the ideal Passover dinner option for veggie friends!
Recipe: Veggie-Packed Lentil Loaf
This savory kugel is crispy and light and features a wildly underrated ingredient that is a staple in Jewish cooking: schmaltz, aka chicken fat. YUM.
Recipe: Passover Potato Kugel
Tzimmes translates from Yiddish to "making a fuss," and that's exactly what your friends will be doing when trying to get their hands on this recipe!
Recipe: Stovetop Tzimmes
24.Snap Pea Salad with Green Beans, Walnuts, and Crispy Quinoa
Quinoa is a wannabe grain — a pseudo-cereal — which makes it Passover-approved. And this salad? The absolute best way to put that wannabe to work.
Recipe: Snap Pea Salad with Green Beans, Walnuts, and Crispy Quinoa
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