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Help! I Bought Too Much Spinach—Here’s The List Of Recipes That Are Saving Me

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finely chopped green vegetables in a bowl with tortilla chips
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

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You either love spinach...or you HATE it. We're in the first category, and want to sway you to the dark green side with us. Whether you wrinkle up your nose at the sight of a green leaf or buy a jumbo bag every week, these recipes will change your view on the veg forever. We’ve got everything from vibrant soups to creamy chicken dishes to semi-healthy breakfasts, all chock-FULL of spinach.

When we think spinach, our minds immediately go to spinach and artichoke dip. It’s probably one of our top favorite dips (and we’re ALL about dip at Delish). Don’t believe us? We have 7+ (!!) iterations of the dip on this list, in everything from mains to appetizers.

Another fave: creamed spinach. If you’ve only ever had it from frozen, you’re missing out. We like it so much, we’ve got the OG recipe, plus a number of other recipes that take inspiration from the combo of cream and spinach (you're going to love our creamed spinach-stuffed salmon) Want the simplicity of creamed spinach without the dairy? Try our sigeumchi namul (aka garlic-sesame sautéed spinach). Soy sauce and sesame pair perfectly with sautéed spinach, and it’s a delicious way to use up a ton of wilting greens at once.

Our last fave flavor combo involving spinach is Italian Tuscan. We’re not sure where the term originated (Olive Garden, maybe?), but even though we know it’s not the most authentic, we’re ALL about it. We generally take it to mean full of veggies like spinach and tomatoes, and you’ll find it here in our famous creamy Tuscan chicken, our creamy Tuscan white bean skillet, our Tuscan chicken pasta, and more.

Want more veggie inspiration? Check out our top asparagus, cabbage, and potato recipes too.

1

Creamy Tuscan Chicken

tuscan chicken in cream sauce with tomatoes and spinach in a black cast iron skillet
EMILY HLAVAC GREEN

Be sure to have some crusty bread on hand, because this sauce is KILLER. And don't skip the suggested lemon wedges—the bit of acid helps cut through all the cream.

Get the Creamy Tuscan Chicken recipe.

2

TikTok Green Goddess Salad

finely chopped green vegetables in a bowl with tortilla chips
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Melissa Ben-Ishay is maybe best known as the creator of Baked By Melissa cupcakes, but some of you may know her as the creator of the most viral salad on the internet. We're so obsessed with this salad-dip hybrid, that we just had to recreate it (with a few special changes).

Get the TikTok Green Goddess Salad recipe.

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3

Creamy Cajun Stuffed Salmon

creamy cajun stuffed salmon
Photographer: Lucy Schaeffer. Food Styling: Makinze Gore

Blackened and stuffed, these salmon fillets are packed with Cajun flavor and are quite easy to prepare for a last-minute, weeknight dinner. Tip: Ask the fish counter for pieces of salmon from the head side of the fish (opposed to the tail) so the fillets will be easier to stuff.

Get the Creamy Cajun Stuffed Salmon recipe.

4

Green Smoothie

green smoothie blended in a glass
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

For those mornings when we really need to get a boost of greens, we turn to this perfect green smoothie. Packed with good-for-you fruits and veggies, it has everything you need to keep you full and energized 'til lunch.

Get the Green Smoothie recipe.

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Spinach Artichoke Dip

spinach artichoke dip in a cast iron skillet served with tortilla chips
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

There’s nothing worse than scooping up a bite of dip and winding up with too much spinach, not enough artichoke, or a grainy texture. Our recipe nails the perfect proportions, and uses a trifecta of cream cheese, mayo, and sour cream to create the ultimate creamy texture.

Get the Spinach Artichoke Dip recipe.

6

Spinach Puffs

spinach puffs
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: JUSTIN SULLIVAN

if you love baked spinach dip, you will love these baked puff pastry puffs. They're filled with a mixture of sautéed onion, garlic, spinach, and cream cheese and baked inside little puff pastry cups in a muffin tin. We bet you can't eat just one!

Get the Spinach Puffs recipe.

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7

Brat Summer Pasta

green pasta named and styled after charli xcx's brat album cover
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

Looking to brighten up late summer weeknights? Make Brat summer pasta. Inspired by the bold beats of Charli XCX’s iconic brat album, this herbaceous, vibrant green pasta captures the essence of summer fun in a single bite.

Get the Brat Summer Pasta recipe.

8

Caprese Stuffed Chicken

chicken breasts sliced and stuffed with mozzarella cheese, sun dried tomatoes and spinach
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

A Caprese salad is great, but sometimes we crave those flavors (and something a little more hearty) in the dead of winter. The solution? Stuff sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, and spinach into chicken breasts for an Italian-inspired meal you can enjoy year-round.

Get the Caprese Stuffed Chicken recipe.

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9

Creamy Sausage & Peppers Shells

creamy sausage peppers shells
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

The trifecta of sausage, onion & peppers is an Italian classic, often eaten on its own or tucked into a bun or hoagie. No matter how you serve it, it’s meant to be an easy meal, so we knew we had to keep it that way when developing this pasta version too.

Get the Creamy Sausage & Peppers Shells recipe.

10

Spinach Dip Rolls

chopped spinach, marinated artichokes, and three types of cheese rolled into flaky puff pastry, topped with everything bagel seasoning, and baked until golden brown
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Only doing passed apps, but really craving spinach artichoke dip? These rolls are the answer. To create this easy app, chopped spinach, marinated artichokes, and three types of cheese are rolled into flaky puff pastry, topped with everything bagel seasoning, and baked until golden brown.

Get the Spinach Dip Rolls recipe.

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11

Pierogi Casserole

casserole dish filled with pierogis and cheese
PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON

Looking for a comforting yet innovative dish to impress your guests or family, without too much work on your part? This easy-to-make casserole takes frozen potato pierogi to the next level with layers of spinach, sausage, and cheese that will leave everyone craving more.

Get the Pierogi Casserole recipe.

12

Coconut Curry Shrimp & Peas

coconut curry shrimp peas
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER PHOTOGRAPHY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Say goodbye to ho-hum weeknight meals. This coconut curry shrimp and peas recipe is a quick route to a delicious, crowd-pleasing dinner. Served spooned over brown rice or white rice, this is a quick, easy dinner that will earn a spot on the regular weeknight rotation.

Get the Coconut Curry Shrimp & Peas recipe.

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13

Spinach Salad

spinach in a bowl topped with sliced apples, sliced almonds, red onions, and crumbled feta
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

With this recipe we've eliminated all the guess and constructed what we think is the ultimate spinach salad. We took our favorite things to pair with spinach: crisp apple, sliced red onion, briney feta and toasted almonds, and tossed everything together for the perfectly balanced bowl.

Get the Spinach Salad recipe.

14

Frittata

frittata with spinach mushrooms and ricotta
PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER; FOOD STYLING: FRANCESCA ZANI

Quiche’s less-fussy cousin, frittatas are the answer to almost every meal dilemma. Looking to get creative with your leftovers? Veggies going bad in your fridge? Home late and craving a simple breakfast-for-dinner recipe? Say it with us: frittata, frittata, frittata.

Get the Frittata recipe.

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15

Tuscan Tortellini Skillet Bake

savory pancetta paired with sun dried tomatoes, garlic, and oregano, then simmered with heavy cream and finished with grated parmesan and fresh spinach
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

This new iteration of our favorite creamy Tuscan chicken is sure to earn a spot at the top of your weekly dinner rotation. Savory pancetta gets paired with sun-dried tomatoes, then simmered with heavy cream and finished with fresh spinach. It’s tossed with cooked tortellini, topped with fresh mozzarella, and broiled to just-slightly-browned perfection.

Get the Tuscan Tortellini Skillet Bake recipe.

16

Creamed Spinach

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Emily Hlavac Green

Creamed spinach is a simple side dish that is also the perfect way to use up an abundance of dying spinach. The creaminess will make you forget you're eating greens!

Get the Creamed Spinach recipe.

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17

Creamy White Bean Tomato Soup

creamy white bean tomato soup
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

A cross between a classic tomato soup and our favorite white bean soup, this easy soup is the best of both worlds. It’s rich and creamy with added protein and topped with garlicky croutons. It’s just what a chilly, lazy night calls for.

Get the Creamy White Bean Tomato Soup recipe.

18

Chicken & Mushroom White Lasagna

chicken and mushroom white lasagna
Andrew bui

Few things are more pleasing than a melty, cheesy square of lasagna. This creamy white version, made extra luxurious from a cheesy béchamel-type sauce called Mornay, is packed with chopped chicken, spinach, mushroom, and fresh herbs–and a few time-saving secrets...

Get the Chicken & Mushroom White Lasagna recipe.

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eggs florentine on a platter topped with hollandaise and black pepper
PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

Eggs Benedict might be the classic, but if you’re not in the mood for meat, you can’t go wrong with eggs Florentine. Featuring perfectly poached eggs on a bed on sautéed spinach covered with a layer of creamy rich hollandaise, this lesser-known brunch dish is primed to step into the spotlight.

Get the Eggs Florentine recipe.

20

Creamy Spinach Soup

spinach soup
Parker feierbach

This velvety spinach soup will make you want to eat your veggies. Definitely throw together some croutons or toast some nuts as garnish to take this basic summer soup next level.

Get the Creamy Spinach Soup recipe.

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