51 Spring Dinner Party Recipes That Will Impress Your Guests

With warmer weather and longer days on the horizon, it's the perfect time to plan a get-together. Whether you opt to host a tea party or an all-out dinner party, you’re going to need a few recipes that speak to the change of season—and take advantage of spring's bounty. That’s where these easy-yet-impressive ideas come in. You’ll find simple appetizers featuring fresh asparagus and artichokes, lightened-up main dishes and plenty of cheerful, spring desserts. Ready to plan your party? Ina’s simple orzo salad is a must at any gathering. After roasting quick-cooking shrimp on a sheet pan, she adds orzo, cucumber, red onion and feta for a wow-worthy dish that will feed a crowd—but couldn’t be easier!

Bright purple beets make a richly colored base for a drizzle of light herbed yogurt.

A simple green salad is the perfect way to round out any spread. Simply add a few flavorful ingredients to your greens as Anne does here with sweet snap peas, salty prosciutto and savory pecorino cheese.