5 Flavorful Spinach Recipes

5 Flavorful Spinach Recipes

Publish Date March 11, 2022 5 Minute Read

Popeye had it right when he said spinach makes him “strong to the finish.” Nutritious and delicious, spinach is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals – but you don’t have to just eat it raw (or creamed from a can!). Whether you’re just learning how to cook spinach or you’re already eating this versatile veggie daily, we’ve picked out a few of our favorite flavorful spinach recipes to share.

Hot Bacon Spinach Dip

Made with bacon, Monterey Jack cheese and savory onion seasoning, this spinach dip is a winner for every occasion.

Prep: 15 minutes | Cook: 25 minutes | Total: 40 minutes | Serves: 12 | Difficulty: Easy

Hot Bacon Spinach Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (9 oz.) frozen chopped spinach
  • 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 envelope Lipton® Recipe Secrets® Onion Recipe Soup & Dip Mix
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • ½ cup chopped cooked bacon
  • Crackers, for serving
Hot Bacon Spinach Dip

Ingredients:

  • 1 box (9 oz.) frozen chopped spinach
  • 1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 envelope Lipton® Recipe Secrets® Onion Recipe Soup & Dip Mix
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • ½ cup chopped cooked bacon
  • Crackers, for serving

Directions:

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well and pat dry.
  2. In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream and onion soup mix. Add spinach and 1½ cups shredded cheese; mix well. Spread mixture in 9” glass pie plate.
  3. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes until heated through. Top with remaining ½ cup cheese and bacon. Bake 2-3 minutes, until cheese is melted. Serve with crackers.

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Apple Spinach Chicken Burgers

Shredded apples and chopped spinach keep these grilled chicken burgers moist and juicy!

Prep: 18 minutes | Cook: 12 minutes | Total: 30 minutes | Serves: 4 | Difficulty: Easy

Apple Spinach Chicken Burgers

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp. Kroger Brand Honey Mustard
  • 1 lb. ground chicken
  • 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 apple, grated
  • 1 tsp. coarse salt
  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted
Apple Spinach Chicken Burgers

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. mayonnaise
  • 2 Tbsp. Kroger Brand Honey Mustard
  • 1 lb. ground chicken
  • 1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
  • 1 apple, grated
  • 1 tsp. coarse salt
  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns, toasted

Directions:

  1. Heat grill to medium heat.
  2. In small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and honey mustard; set aside.
  3. In large bowl, combine remaining ingredients, except buns. Mix well; divide into 4 burger patties.
  4. Oil grill grates; cook burger patties 10-12 minutes, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  5. Serve burgers on toasted bun with a generous spread of honey mustard mixture.

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Alfredo Baked Chicken and Pasta

This classic pasta dish is a great comfort food – and an iconic addition as the primo in your Italian feast!

Prep: 25 minutes | Cook: 10 minutes | Total: 35 minutes | Serves: 4 | Difficulty: Easy

Alfredo Baked Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 1 package HemisFares™ Fusilli Long Spirals Pasta
  • 1 jar HemisFares™ Truffle Alfredo Pasta Sauce
  • 4 slices Private Selection™ Pancetta, diced
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp. HemisFares™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 oz. fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • Salt, to taste
Alfredo Baked Chicken and Pasta

Ingredients:

  • 1 package HemisFares™ Fusilli Long Spirals Pasta
  • 1 jar HemisFares™ Truffle Alfredo Pasta Sauce
  • 4 slices Private Selection™ Pancetta, diced
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp. HemisFares™ Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 4 oz. fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded provolone cheese
  • Salt, to taste

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease 13”x9” casserole dish. Bring large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions and drain.
  2. In large saucepan, cook chicken in olive oil until browned on each side and cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side (chicken should reach internal temperature of 165°F). Remove chicken from heat and carefully shred.
  3. Add spinach to pan. Cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
  4. Using same large saucepan, add pancetta, chicken and cooked pasta. Stir in Alfredo; add salt to taste.
  5. Transfer pasta to casserole dish. Sprinkle evenly with shredded provolone.
  6. Bake 10 minutes, or until cheese bubbles and top browns.

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Keto Greek Spinach Cauli-Rice

Inspired by a Greek favorite known as spanakorizo (a classic, country-style vegetarian pilaf), this keto-friendly dish swaps traditional rice with riced cauliflower – but the beloved big flavors of fresh lemon, dill, spinach and feta remain the same.

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 15 minutes | Total: 25 minutes | Serves: 4 | Difficulty: Easy

Keto Greek Spinach Cauli-Rice

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 2 packages (12 oz.) Kroger Brand Recipe Beginnings® Riced Cauliflower
  • 1 tsp. salt

  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 5 oz. spinach, roughly chopped
  • 3 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 6 oz. crumbled feta cheese
Keto Greek Spinach Cauli-Rice

Ingredients:

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 2 packages (12 oz.) Kroger Brand Recipe Beginnings® Riced Cauliflower
  • 1 tsp. salt

  • ½ tsp. ground black pepper
  • 5 oz. spinach, roughly chopped
  • 3 Tbsp. fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 6 oz. crumbled feta cheese

Directions:

  1. In large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Cook onion and garlic 2-3 minutes, until softened and fragrant.
  2. Add riced cauliflower; raise heat to medium-high. Cook 5-8 minutes, until tender and excess liquid has evaporated.
  3. Stir in spinach. Continue cooking 1-2 minutes, until wilted.
  4. Stir in dill, lemon zest and juice. Top with feta crumbles. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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Spinach Pad Thai

This spinach-loaded Pad Thai offers comforting flavors and lots of nutrients. Try adding additional protein, such as tofu or shrimp, for an even more filling dish.

Prep: 10 minutes | Cook: 15 minutes | Total: 25 minutes | Serves: 4 | Difficulty: Easy

Spinach Pad Thai

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. dried thin rice stick noodles
  • ¼ cup fish sauce or soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic

  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • ½ cup green onions, cut into 1” pieces
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • ½ cup dry roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges
Spinach Pad Thai

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz. dried thin rice stick noodles
  • ¼ cup fish sauce or soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup white vinegar
  • ⅓ cup sugar
  • 2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 Tbsp. canola oil
  • 1 tsp. minced garlic

  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 4 cups baby spinach
  • ½ cup green onions, cut into 1” pieces
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • ½ cup dry roasted peanuts, roughly chopped
  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
  • Lime wedges

Directions:

  1. Prepare rice stick noodles according to package instructions.
  2. In small bowl, mix together fish sauce, vinegar, sugar and paprika; set aside.
  3. In large pan over medium heat, heat oil. Cook garlic 15 seconds. Add eggs; scramble until just cooked.
  4. Pour in sauce mixture; bring to boil. Stir in noodles and spinach; toss. Cook 1-2 minutes, until spinach is wilted and noodles absorb some sauce.
  5. Remove from heat; mix in green onions, sprouts and peanuts.
  6. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.

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Looking for more recipes with spinach? To enjoy more leafy green goodness, visit our entire collection of spinach recipes! Popeye would be proud.