140 fresh spinach recipes

Light spinach dip made with low-fat cottage cheese and yogurt instead of sour cream. Fresh spinach, lemon juice, and green onions in a creamy, tangy base.

A succulent chicken dish made with parmesan cheese, fresh spinach and pimentos.

Flaked salmon and ribbons of sorrel or spinach tossed with buttered spaghetti, tiny broccoli florets, lemon, and Parmesan. An elegant, colorful pasta that comes together in under an hour.

Creamy microwave risotto with spinach, Parmesan, and fresh tomato chunks. No stovetop stirring needed. A hands-off weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Fresh spinach dip with sour cream, yogurt, parsley, and green onion. Made from real spinach instead of frozen, with an overnight chill for the best flavor.

Italian spinach sauce for pasta made by blending raw spinach, lettuce, capers, lemon juice, and olive oil into a vibrant green puree. Quick, fresh, and vegetarian.

Curried turkey salad with papaya, kiwi, toasted almonds, and a warm chutney-yogurt dressing served in crispy tortilla bowls over fresh spinach.

Kansas City steak and spinach salad with soy-garlic marinated beef, fresh mushrooms, and orange sections tossed in a red wine vinegar-oregano dressing. Hearty and fresh.

Szechuan noodles tossed in a spicy tahini-chili sauce with tamari, sesame oil, bean sprouts, and fresh spinach. Ready in 15 minutes, vegetarian option.

This comforting Crockpot Lentil-Kale Soup is a wholesome, nutrient-packed dish featuring tender lentils, vibrant kale, and a medley of vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth. With minimal prep, the slow cooker does the work, creating a thick, stew-like soup that’s perfect for chilly days or a healthy weeknight meal. The addition of miso paste and herbs like thyme and bay leaf elevates the flavor, making this a satisfying, plant-based option for the whole family.

Indonesian salad with pan-fried tofu, boiled potatoes, steamed spinach and cabbage, and fresh bean sprouts, topped with a blended spicy peanut dressing. Vegetarian, ready in 30 minutes.

Sweet spinach tart with wine-steamed spinach cooked in rosewater, sugar, and cinnamon, filled into a pie shell and topped with fresh sliced strawberries. A medieval-inspired dessert that's surprisingly beautiful.

Black-eyed peas with fresh spinach sauteed in vegetable broth with a pinch of cayenne. A low-fat vegetarian side dish ready in 20 minutes flat.

Cilantro pesto pasta with pine nuts, Parmesan, and poppy seeds tossed through spinach fettuccine. A fresh twist on classic basil pesto ready in 20 minutes.

Pasta with spinach pesto made from fresh spinach, pine nuts, Parmesan, garlic, and olive oil pureed smooth. A milder, more affordable twist on traditional basil pesto that freezes well for up to 6 weeks.

Pan-wilted winter greens with fresh ginger using spinach, kale, and Swiss chard steamed together in ginger water. Four ingredients, five minutes of cooking, no oil needed.