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The 10 Most Popular Recipes of April 2022

Proof that it can actually be quite easy (and delicious) eating green.
Plate of salmon greens cucumber radishes and herbs on a white background.
Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca

Of the many, many recipes we publish, there are bound to be a few favorites that steal the spotlight. From seasonal show-stoppers to comforting classics, these are the recipes our readers can’t get enough of. Head right this way for all of our greatest hits.

Now that spring is here, it seems we’re welcoming back crunchy, seasonal veggies and lush, leafy greens on our plates. April’s most popular recipes had us blending peas into a fancy-ish, creamy pasta sauce and tearing romaine for our best ever, classic Caesar salad. These easy, veg-studded recipes showcased the crisp, fresh, verdant vibes we’ve been craving—even the humblest handful of greens in this cozy white bean stew goes a long way. But, because skipping dessert is never an option, our allegiance to all things fresh and green didn’t stop us from indulging that sweet tooth—especially when this recipe for a giant cardamom bun exists.

  • Gray platter of Caesar salad on a white backdrop with salad servers.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Classic Caesar Salad

    A great Caesar salad recipe like this one gets its swagger from cold and crisp greens, a creamy and briny dressing, and freshly made croutons.

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  • Blue platter of chicken karaage with sliced lemon and wooden tongs.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Chicken Karaage

    This chicken karaage recipe promises full flavor from a soy-and-sake marinade and combines wheat flour, rice flour, and cornstarch for a super crisp crust.

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  • Giant cardamom bun on a red velvet backdrop with a slice being removed.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Giant Cardamom Bun

    Turn your kitchen into a Swedish bakery with this oversized take on the classic cardamom bun known as kardemummabulle.

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  • Gray plate of crispy coconut shrimp on a distressed gray backdrop with a side of spicy lime mayo.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Crunchy Coconut-Sesame Shrimp With Spicy Lime Mayo

    Treat your shrimp to a roll in shredded coconut and sesame seeds for a gloriously crispy coating.

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  • A plate of beans on a blue background with a side of cilantro and a glass of water
    Photograph by Emma Fishman, food styling by Taneka Morris, prop styling by Dayna Seman
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    Spiced Creamy White Beans and Greens

    Smashed white beans bring so much creaminess, you don’t even need dairy.

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    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Taneka Morris
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    Garlicky Buttery Scallops

    There is no union more glorious than shellfish and butter, and after you taste these garlicky, buttery, seared-just-right scallops, we think you’ll agree.

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  • Plate of salmon greens cucumber radishes and herbs on a white background.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Crackly–Chewy Rice Paper Salmon Rolls

    TikTok inspired, test kitchen approved.

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  • Bowl of bibimbap with side of kimchi and a glass of beer on a yellow background.
    Photograph by Isa Zapata, Food Styling by Judy Kim, Prop Styling by Stephanie De Luca
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    Bibimbap

    Preparing the Korean culinary icon bibimbap at home takes time, care, and possibly a trip to a Korean grocery store, but it’s well worth it for this recipe.

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Mehreen Karim was formerly the Recipe Production Assistant at Bon Appétit, where she built recipes and stories for bonappetit.com. She also developed recipes and wrote stories to help readers discover unlikely food combinations (caramelized dates and asparagus) and cooking hacks (how to grill chicken without a grill) to inspire home ... Read More
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