36 Best Spinach Recipes to kick off your week. Whether you're looking for meal prep ideas, a side dish for dinner, or for a tasty appetizer we've got you covered.
Spinach is so versatile and you can use fresh, frozen canned, or leftover spinach in almost all of these recipes.
I've always loved cooking with spinach because you can put SO much in, and it cooks down to hardly anything. It makes it feel like you're eating so much of the stuff!
Spinach is nutrient-packed and versatile. This recipe list contains hearty dinners, yummy side dishes, appetizers, savory breakfasts, and a number of fast easy-to-make meals. Whether you have fresh from-the-garden spinach, prewashed baby spinach, or chopped frozen spinach, this list can help you turn it into something delicious.
If you're looking for other recipes that incorporate delicious greens, try our arugula burrata salad with peaches, or our shaved brussel sprouts salad. Greens and salads don't have to be boring and bland, our salad recipes will bring a whole lotta yum to your table!
Best Recipes With Spinach
1
Instant Spinach Artichoke Dip (Applebees Recipe)
This simple instant pot recipe uses very few ingredients and takes little to no effort to pull together. This dip tastes so yummy; plus it is made even better by the fact that you can make it in the instant pot.
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2
Creamy Sausage Tortellini Soup (Crock Pot)
Made with sausage, tomatoes, tortellini, and spinach, this Italian tortellini soup packs a punch when it comes to flavor. Every bite will leave you craving more.
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3
Mediterranean Egg Casserole
A breakfast casserole that's filling and packed with flavor. This Mediterranean style casserole is ready in just 30 minutes.
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4
Wilted Spinach Salad with Bacon
Drizzled with a warm bacon dressing, this spinach salad is great for lunch and dinner. It's a keto, low carb, and delicious dish that comes together easily.
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5
Chicken Thighs and Sweet Potatoes Sheet Pan
Tender sweet potatoes and hearty chicken thighs makes the perfect combination of flavor and since it's made on a sheet pan, it's super easy and quick.
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6
Instant Pot Chicken Gnocchi Soup
Let the instant pot help you create a filling and delicious meal for the family. Th chicken and gnocchi come together with a savory creamy broth.
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7
BEST Crock Pot Zuppa Toscana (Olive Garden)
Okay look, DON'T get mad, this recipe calls for kale; BUT it is also SOOO yummy when substituted for spinach. Either way, it's delicious, but I had to include it here because man is this soup good! I've linked the crock pot recipe above, but we also have a recipe for making zuppa toscana in your instant pot.
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8
Steakhouse Creamed Spinach
Make your own creamed spinach just like the steakhouse does. It's the perfect side for your steak dinner and is easy to make.
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9
Strawberry Chicken Salad Recipe
High in protein and low in carbs, this chicken and strawberry salad brings in baby spinach for more flavor. It's also easy to customize.
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10
Egg White Bites (Roasted Red Pepper Spinach)
Roasted red peppers and spinach turns these egg white bites into a quick morning breakfast that's delicious, packed with flavor, and great for on the go.
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11
Spinach Cream Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breast
Loaded with spinach and cheesy goodness, this stuffed chicken breast is a filling dinner idea that you can pair with your favorite sides.
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12
Creamy Spinach Chicken Casserole Recipe
A yummy combination of flavors, this spinach chicken casserole recipe is keto-friendly, low carb, and easy to throw together.
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13
Spinach Madeline
This side dish brings all the southern comfort of creamy spinach, with a little added spice from pepper-jack cheese. Originally made by accident, Spinach Madeline was the result of a woman who accidentally purchased jalapeno cheese and needed to use it. This pepper-jack Spinach Madeline is a slight twist on the Southern Louisiana classic.
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14
5-Minute Sauteed Lemon Garlic Spinach
Done in under 5 minutes, this healthy and zingy spinach dish makes for a perfect refreshing side. Not too heavy, not too bland. Add some crushed chilli flakes to really make this flavor pop.
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15
Cheesy Spinach Souffle
Two ingredients that never seem to fail at paring well together --spinach, and cheese. This delicious spinach recipe makes for an excellent side dish, especially around the holidays.
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16
Easy Spinach Balls
Easy to make, healthy, and savory. These spinach balls are a fun and tasty way to switch up your regular spinach side. You can use frozen chopped spinach for this recipe or chop your own fresh spinach.
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17
Sweet Potato Beans Tacos with Spinach
Easy, vegan sweet potato bean tacos recipe with corn tortillas, roasted sweet potato, charro pinto beans and spinach. This is a great way to spice up taco night and serve something healthier and delicious.
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18
Crustless Spinach Quiche
This recipe is so delicious and flavorful, you'll forget it is low-carb. Cutting out the crust minimizes carbs, without taking away from the delicious flavor packed into this quiche. it is also so easy to add additional veggies to pack in the nutrition.
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19
Creamy Spinach Turkey Meatballs
A perfect main dish for your next dinner. These turkey meatballs with spinach are gluten-free, keto-friendly, and low-carb.
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20
Spinach Pasta
Bring your spinach pasta to the next level! Spinach pasta recipe with garlicky olive oil, za'atar, lemon, parmesan cheese and fresh parsley.
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21
Healthy and Easy Creamed Spinach
Make cream spinach without the heavy cream for a healthier take on the traditional dish. Cottage cheese is the secret to this dish.
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22
Apple Spinach Salad
Tossed with an apple cider vinaigrette, this salads gets some extra flavor and crunch thanks to the fresh apple slices that are mixed in.
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23
Spinach Orzo Soup Recipe
A light dinner or lunch recipe, this spinach orzo soup is a comforting meal that'll leave you craving more. It's an easy meal to make with just a few simple ingredients.
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24
Garlic Sauteed Spinach
Add a burst of flavor to your sauteed spinach dish and you'll have a healthy side to serve with your meal. It's a 10 minute recipe that's quick and easy.
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25
Healthy Spinach Patties
The perfect way to get some greens in, these spinach patties can be enjoyed as a light meal or side dish. Add a dipping sauce and you can even serve them as an appetizer.
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26
Spinach Salad Recipe with Lemon Dijon Dressing
A tangy lemon Dijon dressing is drizzled over this spinach salad to give it an extra burst of flavor. It's a refreshing and healthy dish to enjoy for a light meal.
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27
Chicken and Spinach Skillet Pasta
Tender chicken, spinach and tomatoes come together to create healthy dinner idea that's ready in just 30 minutes.
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28
Simple Spinach Salad Recipe
Sometimes a simple spinach salad will do when you need a quick meal or side dish. For this salad all you need is a combination of baby spinach, olive oil, lemon juice, walnuts, and parmesan cheese.
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29
Sautéed Garlic Spinach and White Beans
Enjoy this sauteed garlic, spinach, and white bean side dish with everything from salmon to chicken. It's a quick recipe that takes only 10 minutes to whip up.
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30
Easy Tomato and Spinach Pasta - Baker by Nature
Loaded with juicy cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, olive oil, and a kick of red pepper flakes! This quick and easy pasta recipe is fast, flavorful, and budget friendly.
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31
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken and Spinach
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken and Spinach is a simple, healthy and delicious dinner recipe that only contains four main ingredients and takes minutes to prepare. The slow cooker does the rest of the work.
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32
Healthy Spinach and Chicken Quesadillas
Seasoned chicken breasts, low fat mozzarella cheese, and spinach all tucked inside a crispy quesadilla shell makes for a healthy and filling meal.
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33
3 Ingredient Spinach Egg Wrap
An easy and delicious way to get your protein in, this spinach egg wrap takes only 3 ingredients and a few minutes to put together.
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34
Healthy Shrimp Sandwich Wrap with Curry Yogurt & Spinach Recipe
The creamy curry sauce mixed with the spinach and shrimp turns into a flavorful wrap that you can enjoy when you want a quick lunch or snack.
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35
Healthy Quinoa Spinach Soup with White Beans
Protein-packed quinoa, fresh spinach, bright tomatoes and filling white beans come together for a super nutritious soup that you can enjoy when the weather is chilly.
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36
One Pan Chicken and Spinach Orzo
Get ready to enjoy a hearty weeknight dinner. This chicken and spinach orzo is made in just one pan for a quick and easy meal.
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