Fresh Flavors for Spring Meals

Whether you’re planning ahead for weekday lunches or settling in for a cozy family dinner, these recipes from Emily Ley’s The Simplified Cookbook deliver big flavor with minimal effort. The bright, refreshing salad keeps things light during the day, while the hearty pot roast simmers until it’s melt-in-your-mouth ready.

With a vibrant mix of cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and feta, this salad is perfect for make-ahead meals or serving a crowd.

This melt-in-your-mouth dish features tender meat, carrots, and potatoes, plus a fun flavorful twist—soda.

Recipes from The Simplified Cookbook by Emily Ley. Thomas Nelson, 2025. Photography by Kris D’Amico, Whitney Hawkins, and Carly Tanner.