Spinach is low in calories and has no fat or cholesterol. Spinach is a very good source of dietary fiber, vitamins A, B6, C, folate, calcium, and iron. While we commonly think of spinach as a leafy green for salads it also goes well in a variety of recipes including dips, breakfast foods, and wraps.
Spinach Dipped Stuffed Garlic Rolls
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Directions |
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 Tbs garlic powder
- ¼ cup low sodium mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces frozen or fresh, chopped spinach
- 4 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1 Tbs low sodium soy sauce
- 11 ounces can refrigerated french bread dough, Pillsbury brand recommended*
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- Preheat oven to 350℉. Spray a 12-muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Spoon 1 teaspoon of melted butter into each muffin cup.
- Sprinkle ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder and 1 teaspoon of mozzarella cheese into each muffin cup.
- In a small bowl, mix spinach, cream cheese, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese, the remaining butter, and the soy sauce until well blended.
- Shape into 12 (1 inch) balls.
- Remove the dough from the can and cut it into 12 equal slices.
- Press each to form a 3-inch round and place one spinach ball in the center.
- Do this for all 12 slices. Wrap the dough around the spinach ball and pinch the edges to seal completely. Place seam side down in muffin cups.
- Place the muffin pan in the oven and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cooling for roughly 2 minutes. Remove from the pan and place on a serving platter.
- To garnish, sparkle with remaining butter, garlic powder, and cheese.
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Recipe source: North Dakota State University Extension
Cranberry and Spinach Sweet Potatoes
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Directions |
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 Tbs vegetable oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 6 cups fresh spinach
- 4 Tbs dried cranberries
- 1/3 cup pecans, chopped
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- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line baking sheet with foil. Spray foil with cooking spray.
- Pierce each sweet potato a few times with a knife, and bake on baking sheet for 50 minutes or until soft.
- Allow sweet potatoes to cool slightly.
- When sweet potatoes have about 15 minutes left to cook, prepare spinach. Add oil, garlic powder, and spinach to skillet.
- Sauté until spinach is wilted (2 to 3 minutes).
- Let potatoes cool slightly, carefully slice them open from end to end, but do not slice through the bottom of the potato.
- Use a fork to lightly mash the insides. Divide the spinach among the four potatoes.
- Top each potato with cranberries and pecans.
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Recipe Source: Alabama A&M and Auburn University Extension
Spinach and Kale Green Yogurt Dip
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Directions |
- 16 ounces fat -free plain Greek yogurt
- 3 Tbs light mayonnaise
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dill
- 1 cup kale, finely chopped
- 1 cup spinach, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup bell pepper, minced
- ⅓ cup carrot, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
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- Add yogurt, mayonnaise and seasonings to a bowl and mix.
- Add chopped vegetables and stir to combine.
- Chill for 2 hours to let flavors meld.
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Recipe Source: North Dakota State University Extension