These spinach recipes highlight the versatility of this nutrient rich leafy green. With a mild flavor that is undetectable in smoothies and pancakes, spinach is a favorite way to get your greens!
recipe collection originally published March 26, 2012
Recipes that use spinach
Nutrient dense spinach is one of my favorite vegetables to make recipes with. This leafy green is considered a superfood because it is rich in iron, protein, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.
We have assembled this spinach recipe collection as inspiration to incorporate more of this leafy green into your diet. Whether you are folding spinach into a dip, wilting it in a stir fry or noodles, or blending it in a smoothie, you'll find tasty options that celebrate this powerhouse of a vegetable.
From pancakes, pastas and soups to salads and side dishes, these vibrant recipes have something for everyone.
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Spinach Recipes
This spinach recipe collection gives you healthy ways to incorporate this leafy green into your meals.
Whether you're folding spinach into a dip, wilting it in a stir fry or noodles, or blending it in a smoothie, you'll find tasty ways to cook with this vibrant superfood.
These noodles are fragrant and warmly spiced comfort food. Layers of bold flavors create a vibrant, flavorful dish you'll want on repeat.
Like a mini vegan quiche, these breakfast bites are easy to make and totally customizable.
You cannot even taste the spinach! Sweeten these dye free green pancakes with maple syrup, or enjoy as a savory stack or sandwich bread.
This salad is brimming with freshness and bright, herby flavors. This is a great meal prep salad, it stays crunchy and flavorful for several days in the fridge.
Have breakfast or a post workout snack ready to go with these meal prep smoothies! Super quick, easy, and delicious!
Tangy capers and bright lemon bring new flavors to a classic dish. Packed with spinach, this is a totally crave able comfort food!
If you're on the fence about creamed spinach, you need to try this recipe! Spinach gets a glow up with a delicious garlic cauliflower sauce. Tip: buy lots of spinach. Lots. It automagically disappears when sautéed.
This vibrant tropical fruit breakfast or snack is packed with essential protein, fats, flavor, texture and crunch.
Bright flavors and vibrant greens fill these bell peppers for a quick and easy, fiber rich recipe.
The best of classic comfort food and rich protein packed flavor! A green mac and cheese from the veggies you crave!
This popular dip gets a makeover with a cashew cream that plays host to the spinach, garlic, and spices. Water chestnuts add the essential crunch. Serve this deliciousness with veggies and pita chips.
This green smoothie gets a sweet infusion from dates and fiber from pumpkin. It's quick, it's healthy and it's a beautiful way to blend up your fruits and veggies for vegan breakfast or snack.
With the flavors of your favorite classic party dip, these protein rich burgers are quick and easy!
Crispy warm waffles topped with cool pillows of spicy whipped cream - a colorful and fun breakfast or brunch!
This one pot spinach dal is a hearty meal full of vibrant spices that are sure to satisfy your taste buds. This recipe uses split pigeon peas, which are high in protein. Serve with basmati rice.
This Vietnamese noodle soup recipe offers a vegan option that's just as flavorful and nourishing as you could want. The broth is full of herbs and spices such as star anise, ginger cinnamon, cloves, coriander and lemongrass. Veggies and spinach complete the soup. So delicious and pretty!
If you never added spinach to guacamole, let's do this! This tasty recipe combines avocado, roasted poblano chili pepper, garlic, onion, tomato and spinach to create this deliciously rich, bold dip.
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Jean | Lemons and Anchovies says
I've never seen spinach showcased this beautifully, wow! Love all your dishes! 🙂
spabettie says
thank you, Jean - that does make me happy - I do love my spinach!
Lauren @ Oatmeal after Spinning says
I KNEW it was national spinach day yesterday (thanks to Janetha, of course) and am now kicking myself for not making spinach pancakes. In fact, I haven't made them in months! That needs to change asap- I LOVE those suckers!
spabettie says
you know, I think maybe the rule is celebrate within the week? 😉
Baker Street says
I missed national spinach day!! Everything looks so delicious but what i like most is that last picture.
Lou says
I LOVE that last photo... awesome 🙂
spabettie says
thanks, Lou... me too... I could go for one of those right about now, actually! 🙂
Steve @ the black peppercorn says
There are some outstanding recipes there! I love the blini picture! Those are adorable!!
spabettie says
thank you, Steve - and thanks for stumbling! cheers!
Liz (Little Bitty Bakes) says
Aw man, I missed it! I didn't have any spinach today. I did have a HUGE portion of Brussels sprouts though, so I got my green in. Love those green pancakes!
spabettie says
I'm sure there's a brussels sprouts day somewhere (not that I would celebrate, ew), you're just being efficient and ahead of the game.
dorry says
I'm a big spinach fan. it's one of the foods my body craves on a regular basis, so I always have it 0n-hand. and like many of these recipes, I often add spinach as a base to many meals (& smoothies!) for extra nutrients. love the stuff. 🙂
spabettie says
yep, same here. I always have my spinach on hand...
Magic of Spice says
Happy National Spinach Day! What a great line-Up to celebrate with 🙂
spabettie says
well, thank you! happy National Spinach Day to you also!
Maryea {Happy Healthy Mama} says
I'm having a spinach salad with my dinner tonight and I had no idea it was National Spinach Day! 🙂
spabettie says
it's just such a natural part of our day, celebrating is easy! enjoy the salad...
Allie says
Well, I think this means I need to pick up some spinach this evening. I love a good green smoothie with a healthy handful of spinach.
spabettie says
yep, I think you need to! Happy Spinach Day!