Healthy Dinner Recipes Using Spinach for Picky Eaters

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Looking for healthy dinner recipes using spinach? Spinach is a versatile and nutrient-packed ingredient, perfect for creating delicious and healthy family dinners. Even picky eaters will fall in love with these recipes that range from creamy pasta dishes to hearty soups and refreshing salads.

Whether you’re looking for quick meals or something a little more indulgent, these healthy spinach recipes have you covered.

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Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche

This High-Protein Crustless Spinach Quiche is an easy, satisfying dish that works for dinner or even brunch. Packed with spinach and eggs, it’s light yet filling, and you can customize it with your favorite cheeses or veggies. Perfect for a simple, wholesome family meal.

Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche
This High-Protein Crustless Spinach Quiche is not just delicious and filling, it’s also incredibly versatile and perfect for almost any occasion. Whether it’s a cozy weekend brunch or a simple weekday dinner, this quiche fits right in. Give it a try and make mealtime both effortless and enjoyable!
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Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta Bake with Spinach

Bright cherry tomatoes and creamy feta come together with spinach in this baked pasta dish that’s as comforting as it is vibrant. It’s perfect for family dinners, offering bold Mediterranean flavors with minimal prep. Serve it with a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta Bake with Spinach
This Cherry Tomato Feta Pasta Bake with Spinach is a delightful dish that will bring a fresh twist to your table. It's ideal for those summer dinners or a comforting meal any day of the week. Why not give it a try this weekend? You might find it's just the perfect dish for gathering friends and family around the table.
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Cannelloni with Spinach and Ricotta Recipe

This Cannelloni is a crowd-pleasing classic, featuring a rich ricotta and spinach filling wrapped in tender pasta and topped with savory tomato sauce. It’s elegant yet easy, making it a standout dish for special occasions or cozy dinners.

Cannelloni with Spinach and Ricotta Recipe
This Cannelloni with Spinach and Ricotta recipe offers a delightful blend of creamy ricotta and fresh spinach wrapped in tender pasta, all smothered in a savory homemade tomato sauce. Dive into this comforting dish for your next family dinner or special gathering; it's sure to impress with its authentic Italian flavors and elegant presentation!
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Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe

These Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells deliver creamy, cheesy goodness in every bite. Perfectly baked in a flavorful tomato sauce, this Italian-inspired dish is an excellent choice for a comforting family dinner.

Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells Recipe
Discover the delightful flavors of our Ricotta and Spinach Stuffed Shells, a perfect blend of creamy ricotta, fresh spinach, and rich tomato sauce, all nestled in tender pasta shells. Join us in savoring this heartwarming dish that promises a taste of Italian comfort with every bite!
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Asparagus and Spinach Soup

This creamy Asparagus and Spinach Soup is a bowl of pure comfort and nutrition. Its velvety texture and fresh flavors make it a go-to dinner option, especially when paired with crusty bread or a light salad.

Asparagus and Spinach Soup
This asparagus and spinach soup is a delicious dish that is easy to make, creamy, and packed with nutrients.
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Keto Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Spinach

These juicy Keto Pork Chops are smothered in a creamy mushroom and spinach sauce, offering a rich and flavorful dinner that’s low in carbs. Serve it with cauliflower rice or a simple salad for a wholesome, keto-friendly meal.

Keto Pork Chops with Mushrooms and Spinach
Here is one quick and easy lunch idea: keto pork chops with mushrooms and spinach. This meal is so creamy that you can eat it alone or with some side dish like pasta or mashed potatoes.
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Green Spinach Waffles

Green Spinach Waffles are a fun and nutritious twist on the classic breakfast item, perfect for dinner too! They’re crispy, flavorful, and pair beautifully with savory toppings like eggs, cheese, or smoked salmon.

Green Spinach Waffles
Say goodbye to boring waffles with this spinach-packed recipe!
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Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake with Broccoli

This recipe is a parent’s secret weapon, hiding nutrient-packed spinach within a lusciously creamy and cheesy pasta bake that no picky eater can resist. The familiar comfort of baked pasta and gooey cheese makes the green stuff go down without a single complaint. It’s a hearty, wholesome meal that feels like a total treat.

Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake with Broccoli
Savor the creamy, delicious Cottage Cheese Pasta Bake with Broccoli any time of year, a vegetarian main dish packed with micro- and macronutrients from spinach, broccoli, and protein-rich cottage cheese. Pair it with a fresh lettuce salad for a refreshing contrast to its rich cheesy goodness. I love whipping it up when I’m craving a hearty yet wholesome meal that’s simple to prepare. It’s best enjoyed fresh from the oven, though it’s still tasty cold if you have leftovers!
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Spinach Pesto Pasta

Transform spinach into a super-fast and vibrant pesto sauce that picky eaters will devour, especially if you call it “dinosaur” or “monster” pasta. Ready in just five minutes with no cooking required for the sauce, it’s a brilliant way to coat pasta in green goodness without any fuss. The spinach blends seamlessly, making it a stealthy and delicious weeknight win.

Spinach Pesto Pasta
A delicious kid friendly Spinach Pesto Pasta recipe ready in just 5 minutes! No cooking required, perfect for a quick and easy family meal.
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Spinach Quiche

These adorable mini spinach quiches are perfectly sized for little hands, making them a fun and approachable finger food for even the most hesitant eaters. The savory egg and cheese filling is a familiar and comforting taste that cleverly envelops the spinach. They are a fantastic choice for a quick dinner, lunchbox addition, or even a savory breakfast.

Spinach Quiche
These mini spinach quiche are perfect for little hands to pick up and hold! They can easily be customized for a variety of textures and tastes and are so much more manageable than an entire quiche pie.
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Vegan Spinach Balls

Get ready to watch spinach disappear with these incredibly dippable and delicious vegan spinach balls. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, they transform leafy greens into an irresistible snack or meal component that’s perfect for dunking in marinara sauce. This is a game-changing recipe for turning a healthy vegetable into a fun, bite-sized treat.

Vegan Spinach Balls
These crispy on the outside and soft on the inside spinach balls make for a delicious starter or snack, but they are also a great way to jazz up and bulk up your favourite bowl of pasta. 
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Spinach Fritters

Turn “boring” green spinach into a golden, crispy delicacy with these irresistible fritters that are ready in 30 minutes. Their savory, pancake-like texture is a surefire hit with picky eaters, especially when served with a cool dollop of yogurt or sour cream for dipping. This recipe proves that even the greenest of vegetables can be the star of a crave-worthy dish.

Spinach Fritters
These crispy and golden spinach fritters turn the boring green vegetable into a delicacy. Ready in 30 minutes, they're delicious as they are or with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.
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Spinach Muffins For Toddlers

These vibrant green muffins are a picky eater’s kryptonite, hiding a healthy dose of spinach behind the sweet, delicious flavor of bananas. With no refined sugar, they are a wonderfully healthy snack or breakfast item that toddlers will happily grab and gobble up. This is stealth health at its absolute finest!

Spinach Muffins For Toddlers
Spinach Muffins For Toddlers, an easy healthy veggie recipe sweetened with bananas perfect snack for kids, refined sugar-free.
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Mushroom and Spinach Omelette Buns

Liven up dinner or the lunchbox routine with these brilliant omelette buns that are ready in just 10 minutes. The fun, handheld shape and familiar cheesy egg flavor make them an instant hit with kids. Finely chopped spinach is baked right in, making it an effortless way to add veggies to their day.

Mushroom and Spinach Omelette Buns
Liven up your kid's lunches in just 10 minutes with these brilliant omelette buns! 
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Mashed Potato Pancakes

This recipe is pure genius, transforming leftover mashed potatoes into crispy, golden pancakes that no one can turn down. Packed with parmesan cheese and garlic, the spinach simply melts into the fluffy interior, adding nutrition without a fight. Serve them with sour cream for dipping and watch them vanish from the plate.

Mashed Potato Pancakes
Mashed potato pancakes are my favorite way to put a fresh spin on leftover mashed potatoes! They’re crispy, delicious pan-fried patties packed with spinach, garlic, and parmesan cheese. Golden outside, fluffy inside, and amazing dipped in sour cream!
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Palak Pulao (Spinach Rice)

Introduce a world of flavor with this beautiful Palak Pulao, where rice is turned a vibrant and fun green color using spinach. The spinach puree gives it the hue without an overpowering taste, while sweet corn and mild spices make it an appealing and gentle dish for picky palates. It’s a fantastic one-pot meal that makes eating greens an exciting adventure.

Palak Pulao (Spinach Rice)
Palak Pulao (spinach rice) is not only an easy to prepare vegetarian rice dish but also a healthy way to get all goodness of spinach. This step by step photo recipe of palak pulao uses both spinach puree and chopped spinach for nice color, flavor and texture; The sweet corns gives it tempting look while carefully chosen cooking spices gave it an irresistible aromatic flavor and taste. 
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Spinach Pie

With only five ingredients, this pie is incredibly simple and approachable, wrapped in a flaky, delicious crust that kids love. It’s like a savory pop-tart or hand pie, where the cheesy spinach filling becomes part of a comforting and easy-to-eat package. It’s perfect for a simple dinner, lunch, or even a savory breakfast.

Spinach Pie
With only 5 ingredients this delicious spinach pie is so easy to prepare, perfect for dinner, lunch or even breakfast!
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Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

This easy recipe features tender chicken breasts stuffed with a creamy spinach and cream cheese filling. It’s a quick dinner option that’s packed with flavor and comes together in just 30 minutes.

Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast (6 Ingredients)
Whip up my spinach stuffed chicken breast with cream cheese in just 30 minutes! This flavorful dish needs just 6 simple ingredients.
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Stuffed Salmon with Spinach & Feta (30-Minutes!)

This Stuffed Salmon recipe combines the rich flavors of spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers in a quick, oven-baked dish. It’s a restaurant-quality dinner that’s surprisingly easy to prepare at home.

Stuffed Salmon With Spinach & Feta (30-Minutes!)
This easy stuffed salmon recipe is made with spinach, feta, and roasted red peppers. Oven-baked and ready in just 30 minutes!
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Quick & Easy Spinach Pasta Sauce

This creamy, vegan Spinach Pasta Sauce is a fantastic option for family dinners. It’s quick to make, oil-free, and pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Quick & Easy Spinach Pasta Sauce
This vegan spinach pasta sauce is one the whole family can enjoy. It’s quick to make and a great midweek meal. Oil-free and nut-free too.
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Lemon Parmesan Spinach Chicken Recipe

This one-pan Lemon Parmesan Spinach Chicken is an explosion of creamy, zesty flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a weeknight dinner winner that will leave the whole family asking for seconds.

Lemon Parmesan Spinach Chicken Recipe
Creamy Parmesan sauce, bright lemon, and juicy chicken all in one pan—this recipe is about to make your weeknight dinners a lot more exciting. Ready in Just 30 Minutes!
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One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo

This One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo is a complete dinner made in a single pan. Juicy salmon, tangy lemon, and tender orzo combine to create a meal that’s flavorful, nutritious, and hassle-free.

One Skillet Salmon with Lemon Orzo
One skillet salmon with lemon orzo. A one-pan wonder that’s quick, easy and bursting with flavors. With just a few steps, ready in 30 minutes.
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spinach

This Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a simple yet elegant dish loaded with fresh spinach and bright, citrusy flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s a healthy dinner that feels indulgent.

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta With Spinach
This lemon garlic shrimp pasta with spinach is the perfect easy weeknight dinner! Simple and healthy – this will quickly become a go-to meal.
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Korean Spinach Salad 2 Ways (Sigumchi Namul)

This Korean Spinach Salad is a refreshing side dish that’s easy to prepare and full of authentic flavors. Serve it with rice and grilled proteins for a complete, balanced dinner.

Korean Spinach Salad 2 Ways (Sigumchi Namul)
Two types of healthy and delicious Korean Spinach Salad that take less than 10 minutes to make and can last in the fridge for a whole week!
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Spinach Lasagna Roll Recipe

These Spinach Lasagna Rolls are a fun twist on traditional lasagna, featuring creamy spinach and ricotta wrapped in tender pasta. They’re freezer-friendly and perfect for entertaining or busy weeknights.

Spinach Lasagna Roll Recipe
These EASY Spinach Lasagna Roll ups are totally delicious, perfect for entertaining or serving for weeknight meals. Freezer friendly directions provided!
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Spinach Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese

This Spinach Tomato Salad is a light and flavorful option for vegetarian dinners. Fresh spinach, juicy tomatoes, and tangy feta make it a refreshing side or main dish.

Spinach Tomato Salad with Feta Cheese
If you are looking for tasty vegetarian recipes for your low calorie diet you will love this spinach tomato salad. Make this quick recipe for a healthy low calorie lunch or side dish you will love.
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Low Carb Mushroom & Spinach Cauliflower Rice

This Low Carb Mushroom & Spinach Cauliflower Rice is a flavorful and healthy dinner option. Pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a low-carb meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.

Low Carb Mushroom & Spinach Cauliflower Rice
This low carb mushroom & spinach cauliflower rice is delicious and easy to make! Pair with chicken, fish or a side salad! This Thanksgiving I surprised myself by not indulging in too many carbs. I did have a slice of sweet potato pie and a serving of arroz con gandule (click here for recipe) but both were small portions and didn’t leave me feeling overstuffed. For the rest of the meals I continued to use cauliflower rice as my go-to side dish.
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Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Spinach and Ricotta

These Stuffed Peppers are filled with a creamy spinach and ricotta mixture, offering a low-carb take on classic stuffed shells. Perfect for meal prep or a crowd-pleasing dinner.

Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers with Spinach and Ricotta
An easy vegetarian stuffed peppers recipe with spinach and ricotta. This low carb version of my favorite spinach and ricotta stuffed shells recipe also makes a great meal prep recipe!
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Creamy Spinach Gnocchi

This Creamy Spinach Gnocchi is the ultimate comfort food, made in just 20 minutes. The pillowy gnocchi and creamy spinach sauce make it a standout dish for family dinners.

Creamy Spinach Gnocchi
Creamy Spinach Gnocchi is a comfort food dish made in just 20 minutes in one pan! This quick and easy recipe uses store-bought, shelf-stable potato gnocchi.
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Spinach Caprese Salad

This Spinach Caprese Salad is a fresh and vibrant dish featuring mozzarella, tomatoes, and balsamic glaze. It’s an easy vegetarian dinner that’s perfect for warm evenings or as a side to grilled dishes.

Spinach Caprese Salad
This Spinach Caprese Salad is a baby spinach salad with tomato and mozzarella topped with a delicious balsamic sauce and fresh basil. It’s an easy vegetarian salad perfect as a light, low-carb dinner or side to grilling.
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A heartfelt thanks to the amazing bloggers and chefs who shared these delicious spinach dinner recipes. Your creativity makes family meals healthy, exciting, and satisfying!

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