Posted by Nydia Streets of Streets Law in South Florida Family Events and Recipes

Tomorrow is National Spinach Day, and the possibilities are endless! Besides being a good source of vitamins and iron, spinach can be incorporated in many dishes. Check some out in our weekend recipe guide.

  • Ramen Noodles with Miso Pesto (courtesy of bonappetit.com)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups baby spinach

  • 2 cups cilantro leaves with tender stems

  • 1 Tbsp. white miso

  • 1 garlic clove

  • ½ cup grapeseed or sunflower oil

  • 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil

  • 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

  • Kosher salt

  • 2 5-oz. packages fresh ramen noodles

  • 1 Tbsp. unsalted butter, cut into small pieces

  • Toasted sesame seeds (for serving)

Directions

  1. Bring a medium pot of water to a boil.

  2. Meanwhile, purée spinach, cilantro, miso, garlic, grapeseed oil, sesame oil, and lemon juice in a blender until mixture is smooth and very green. Season with salt and pour pesto into a medium bowl.

  3. Cook noodles according to package directions. Drain and add to bowl with pesto. Add butter and toss until butter is melted and noodles are coated in sauce.

  4. Divide noodles between bowls and top with sesame seeds.

  5. Do Ahead: Pesto can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Color might darken slightly.

  • Bacon and Spinach Pizza (courtesy of tasteofhome.com)

Ingredients

  • 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust

  • 1/3 cup pizza sauce

  • 1 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

  • 2 cups fresh baby spinach, thinly sliced

  • 8 ready-to-serve fully cooked bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 450°. Place crust on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread with sauce; top with 1/2 cup cheese, spinach and bacon. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 8-10 minutes.

  • Lime Coconut Smoothie Bowl (courtesy of tasteofhome.com)

Ingredients

  • 1 medium banana, peeled and frozen

  • 1 cup fresh baby spinach

  • 1/2 cup ice cubes

  • 1/2 cup cubed fresh pineapple

  • 1/2 cup chopped peeled mango or frozen mango chunks

  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

  • 1/4 cup sweetened shredded coconut

  • 3 tablespoons honey

  • 2 teaspoons grated lime zest

  • 1 teaspoon lime juice

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon spreadable cream cheese, optional

  • Optional: Lime wedges, sliced banana, sliced almonds, granola, dark chocolate chips and additional shredded coconut

Directions

  1. Place the first 11 ingredients in a blender; if desired, add cream cheese. Cover and process until smooth. Pour into chilled bowls. Serve immediately, with optional toppings as desired.

Enjoy!