36 Recipes With Lemon That Take You From Breakfast to Dessert The delicious citrus adds a burst of flavor to any meal. Close Credit: Mike Krautter A fruit that elevates the flavor of so many dishes to new heights, lemons are a versatile fruit packed with nutrition, in addition to their zesty flavor and scent. Lemons add a tart, floral brightness to pasta, baked goods, fish, poultry, and more. With countless ways to use this versatile fruit in the kitchen, we've created a collection of our favorite lemon-centric dishes to inspire you with fresh flavors all year. From delectable breakfast ideas to flavorful main dishes that are sure to impress, there is something for every meal. How to Get the Most Juice From Your Lemons (Without a Fancy Gadget) 01 of 36 One-Pot Pasta With Broccoli and Lemon Credit: Bryan Gardner Quick, satisfying, and full of flavor—what more could you want for a weeknight meal? Our one-pot meals never disappoint; this broccoli and lemon pasta is no exception. The lemon and Parmesan flavors make it impossible to resist seconds. View Recipe 02 of 36 Grilled Tuscan Chicken With Rosemary and Lemon Tuscan-style grilled chicken is a versatile spring dish that can be paired with many sides. A rosemary and lemon flavor combination will never let you down. The key to success with this dish is giving the chicken enough time to marinate and soak up all the flavor. View Recipe 03 of 36 Roasted Asparagus With Lemony Breadcrumbs A side dish that carries the flavor. Asparagus spears are baked with lemony bread crumbs and topped with freshly grated lemon zest before serving. View Recipe 04 of 36 Linguine Pasta With Lemon-Cream Sauce Credit: Andrea Araiza This creamy lemon pasta is one of our favorite weeknight meals. Its fresh flavors simply can't be beat after a long day, and it comes together fast. View Recipe 05 of 36 Roasted Branzino With Lemon and Thyme Credit: Ryan Liebe Branzino is a flavorful seafood entree. This whole fish recipe is simply seasoned with olive oil, fresh thyme, and lemon wedges. It's a versatile recipe—you can swap out the fish for snapper, perch, cod, Arctic char, bass, sea bream, or haddock. View Recipe 06 of 36 Marbled Lemon Tart With Sage-Cornmeal Crust Credit: decorvow If you're looking for a spring-forward dessert that's guaranteed to make an impression, look no further than this crème fraîche-marbled lemon tart. View Recipe 07 of 36 Lemon Blueberry Muffins Credit: Rachel Marek A sweet start to the day, these lemon and blueberry muffins make for the perfect breakfast on the go. They come together in under an hour and are freezer-friendly. View Recipe 08 of 36 Lemon-and-Italian-Cheese Pizza Credit: Mike Krautter This unlikely pizza pairing will surprise your tastebuds. Thinly sliced red onion and lemon complement the cheese for a mix of creamy and tart that you'll crave on the regular. View Recipe 09 of 36 Lemon Risotto With Asparagus and Peas Pack this lemon flavored risotto with vegetables like asparagus and peas, or enjoy it on its own. View Recipe 10 of 36 Roasted Potatoes With Preserved Lemon, Garlic, and Chiles Credit: Johnny Miller Preserved lemons are used to flavor these roasted potatoes for the ultimate side dish. In addition to the burst of lemony flavor, garlic, jalapeños, red onion, parsley, and mint are added. View Recipe 11 of 36 Chicken Paillards With Lemon-Butter Sauce This is a go-to poultry dish packed with comforting flavors. Serve the chicken and sauce over fresh spinach, rice, or pasta for a complete meal. View Recipe 12 of 36 Crisp Lemon Cookies Crisp lemon cookies that are sure to delight. The poppy seeds add an extra crunch with each zesty, lemony bite. View Recipe 13 of 36 Pasta With Preserved Lemon and Anchovies Credit: Marcus Nilsson A salty, satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together with preserved lemons and anchovies. Top the pasta with Parmesan cheese and parsley for full umami flavor. View Recipe 14 of 36 Creamy Lemon Squares A simple, delicious lemon dessert that everyone will love. These creamy lemon squares take just 15 minutes of prep work and are ready to serve in under an hour. View Recipe 15 of 36 Lemon-Tarragon Salmon Over Asparagus Credit: Raymond Hom A weeknight meal that is full of flavor and comes together in just 25 minutes. The red onion, lemon, and tarragon up the ante on this simple salmon and asparagus dish. View Recipe 16 of 36 Cacio e Pepe With Lemon A classic Italian dish with a lemon twist. For a touch of brightness and flavor we top off this traditionally cheesy pasta with lemon juice and zest. View Recipe 17 of 36 Cod with Herbed White-Wine Lemon Sauce Swap cod for sole, sea bass, or flounder—the real magic lies in the white wine and lemon sauce. View Recipe 18 of 36 Lemon Trifle Ladyfingers are soaked in dessert wine then layered between fresh lemon curd and whipped cream. It's served chilled, and is a delicious addition to any dessert spread. View Recipe 19 of 36 Spiced Lemony Brussels Sprouts With just a few ingredients, you can make a delicious side dish with a lemony kick. Our spiced lemon Brussels sprouts get their flavor from the curry powder and feature a combination of olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. View Recipe 20 of 36 Lemony Shrimp Scampi Credit: Jacob Fox Lemon shrimp scampi reminds us of sunshine and tastes pretty close to it, too. This recipe couldn't be easier; with just a few core ingredients, you'll have a flavorful spring supper on the table in no time. View Recipe 21 of 36 Easy Lemon Cake Credit: Jake Sternquist If you're a fan of lemon desserts, this easy lemon cake recipe is a must-try. It comes together in an hour and a half and can feed a crowd. View Recipe 22 of 36 Lemon-Blueberry Tart Credit: Yossy Arefi A deluxe dessert for any occasion. This lemon-blueberry tart is filled with a tangy lemon curd for a burst of flavor with each bite, and topped with whipped crème fraîche, blueberries, and candied lemon zest. View Recipe 23 of 36 Lemon Scones Credit: Jason Donnelly What's flakey and packed with a lemony punch? That's right—these lemon scones. Accompany your afternoon tea with our delicious and simple lemon scones, drizzled with a lemon glaze. View Recipe 24 of 36 Creamy Lemon Pasta With Pistachios Credit: Johnny Miller This meatless, lemon pasta is a vegetarian spin on the beloved carbonara pasta. It features plenty of lemon zest, Parmesan cheese, and meaty pistachios. View Recipe 25 of 36 Chicken Roasted Over Lemons and Onions Credit: Bryan Gardner The ultimate roast chicken, flavored with fragrant lemons and onions for a sophisticated feast centerpiece. View Recipe 26 of 36 Lemon-Meringue Sheet Cake Credit: Kelsey Hansen Everything we know and love about lemon meringue pie has been translated into this lemon-meringue sheet cake. It's the perfect lemon-centric dessert, destined to be devoured. View Recipe 27 of 36 Creamy Lemon-Barley Soup Credit: Louise Hagger In our books, soup season is year-round. This creamy lemon-barley soup is just what you need after a long day—a cozy, nutritious bowl packed with goodness. View Recipe 28 of 36 Herb-Crusted Salmon With Roasted Lemons Credit: Marcus Nilsson This salmon is the perfect centerpiece and main dish for your next spring or summer feast. It's an impressive dish, baked all in one pan, making it ideal for minimal prep and cleanup while entertaining guests. View Recipe 29 of 36 Lemony Pesto Chicken Soup Credit: Pernille Loof A fragrant, healing lemon orzo chicken soup. It's a light dish packed with nutrition and flavor from the lemon, pesto, and Parmesan cheese. View Recipe 30 of 36 Martha's Lemon Bundt Cake Credit: Bryan Gardner This lemon bundt cake looks and tastes incredible. Instead of frosting, you brush a lemon syrup made from lemon juice and sugar over the baked cake before serving. View Recipe 31 of 36 Lemon-Olive Oil Cake Credit: Paola + Murray Olive oil cake is a classic dessert dish that can be enjoyed all year long. The lemon zest and juice make it perfectly moist, and it is topped with fresh berries and whipped mascarpone cream. View Recipe 32 of 36 Martha's Lemon Meringue Pie Nothing ends a feast like Martha's lemon meringue pie. It's a classic dessert, full of perfectly plump lemon zest and juice that make up the filling. The pillows of soft meringue on top complete this nostalgic dessert. View Recipe 33 of 36 Lemony Quinoa-and-Spinach Soup Credit: Armando Rafael This simple, nourishing lemony quinoa and spinach soup is the perfect meal on a chilly day. The bold lemon flavor gives this dish a fresh finish and comes together in just 40 minutes. View Recipe 34 of 36 Grilled Chicken Breasts With Lemon-Thyme Sauce Credit: Kate Sears Our lemon-thyme sauce takes this poultry dish to new heights. The lemon adds a burst of flavor, creating a refreshing and light effect to the poultry. It's the perfect main dish to add to your weeknight dinner rotation. View Recipe 35 of 36 Lemon-Date Bars Credit: Marcus Nilsson Inspired by a Maida Heatter recipe, this perfect combination of tangy and sweet flavors makes these lemon-date bars a new classic. The dates lend a chewy consistency and unique flavor to each bite. View Recipe 36 of 36 Lemon-Basil Custard Pie With Red Berries Credit: Jonathan Lovekin This fragrant lemon and basil custard pie tastes even better than it looks. The fresh red berries perfectly complement the creamy lemon custard. 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