There are so many foods out there that deserve the credit for being versatile and go beyond the mistaken boundaries of frying, baking and boiling.
Spinach is super healthy and is renowned for being used for all sorts of delectable snacks and dishes, but have you ever thought about the other ways you can utilise its tastiness?
In this feature, we’re looking at some alternative ways to cook and eat popular foods from across the globe. From unusual dishes to simple classics, here are seven ways with spinach.
1. Spinach and Green Apple Smoothie
Feeling a bit under the weather? This is the smoothie for you. Combining healthy greens, delicious apples and cucumber, this smoothie will have you back in tip-top shape in no time. Take a look at our
recipe here.
2. Spinach Rolls
Here’s a lunchtime recipe that’s perfect for expecting mums (or just spinach lovers!) Designed to be nutritionally balanced, take a look at
this recipe courtesy of
Danone Baby Nutrition and
The First 1000 Days.
3. Spanakopita
A wonderfully Greek dish with crispy phyllo and fresh-tasting spinach, teamed with a feta filling. Have a look at The Daily Spud's
recipe here.
4. Spinach, Potato and Feta Frittata
We love all three of these key ingredients! A frittata is such a nice alternative to a simple quiche. Have a look at our
recipe here.
5. Spinach Brownies
Sounds bizarre but it does work and they taste really good! Have a look at this creative recipe for spinach brownies on Brooklyn Farm Girl
here.
6. Spinach Soup
Nutritious, delicious and super tasty. Spinach soup will keep you on tip-top form. Check out Gas Mark Seven's
recipe here.
7. Spinach Dip
Tired of making guacamole and hummus all the time? Why not give spinach a go! Try out this recipe from the
Brown Eyed Baker here.