Best 6 Spinach Nuggets Recipes

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Calling all spinach enthusiasts and healthy food aficionados! Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our Spinach Nuggets, a delightful fusion of nutrition and flavor. These nuggets are not your average fried snacks; they're baked to perfection, ensuring a crispy outer layer and a soft, succulent interior bursting with spinach goodness. Our collection boasts three irresistible variations: Classic Spinach Nuggets, bursting with the natural flavors of spinach and Parmesan cheese; Cheesy Spinach Nuggets, amped up with a gooey, melted mozzarella center; and Spicy Spinach Nuggets, tantalizing your taste buds with a touch of heat from chili flakes. These nuggets are not only delicious but also a nutritious addition to your diet, packed with iron, vitamins, and antioxidants. They're perfect as an appetizer, a main course with your favorite sides, or even as a healthy snack on the go. Let's dive into these recipes and discover the art of creating these spinach-packed wonders!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SPINACH NUGGETS



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Make and share this Spinach Nuggets recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MamaCoop

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 Nugget, 6-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (16 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, cooked, drained, and chopped further if needed
1 cup seasoned bread crumbs (3/4 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup wheat germ or flax meal is a healthy substitution!)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 large eggs or 5 egg yolks

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375F.
  • 1. Lightly coat a baking sheet with olive oil and set aside.
  • 2. Combine all remaining ingredients and mix well. *Add seasonings if you like - garlic powder, pepper, extra basil & oregano for example. Add a fruit or veggie puree to substitute for the eggs if desired.
  • 3. Shape mixture into nuggets or fun shapes such as squares or squigglies etc.and place on baking tray. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turn nuggets over after 15 minutes. Serve warm
  • You can "roll" this out and then try using small cookie cutters to make these into fun shapes!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.2, Fat 13.3, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 122.9, Sodium 618.8, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 1.9, Protein 15.8

EASY TO MAKE SPINACH NUGGETS



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Provided by Angela V

Categories     Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 package frozen spinach (cooked, drained, and chopped) or 2 cups of fresh spinach
1 cup bread crumbs
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat your oven to 350F Coat a baking sheet with olive oil. Combine all ingredients and mix well. You can add garlic powder, pepper and basil if you wish. Shape the mixture into nuggets and place on the baking tray. Bake for 25 minutes (turn nuggets over after the first 15 minutes).

SPINACH NUGGETS



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This is a very easy, very healthy and very yummy recipe from wholesometoddlerfood.com. It's great for kids but I have been asked to make it for adult social events. It shocks people because it is so healthy yet looks and tastes "unhealthy".

Provided by Motivated Mama

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 12 muffins, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

16 ounces frozen spinach, cooked drained and chopped if needed
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup flax seed meal (if you don't have these things add 1/4 cup more bread crumbs) or 1/4 cup wheat germ (if you don't have these things add 1/4 cup more bread crumbs)
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (you could also try cheddar flavored with sundried tomatoes and basil)
3 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375.
  • Lightly coat baking sheet with oil or use a non-stick mini muffin pan.
  • Combine all ingredients well.
  • Shape into nuggets or spoon into muffin pan and bake for 20-25 minutes. (Turn nuggets over after 15 minutes).
  • Serve with Ranch Dressing for dipping.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129.4, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 67.8, Sodium 268.7, Carbohydrate 7.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 1, Protein 8.2

WILTED SPINACH WITH NUTMEG BUTTER



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Provided by Paul Grimes

Categories     Side     Sauté     Low Carb     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     High Fiber     Spinach     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Nutmeg     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 pounds flat-leaf spinach (about 8 bunches), coarse stems discarded
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a wide large pot over high heat, then cook spinach, tossing with tongs, until completely wilted, about 5 minutes. Drain in a colander, pressing with back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
  • Heat butter in same pot over medium heat until foam subsides, then stir in nutmeg, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and spinach. Cook, tossing with tongs, until just heated through.

UNIQUE SPINACH NOODLES



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These green spinach noodles have a very interesting texture and flavor--but they taste better than store-bought noodles because they're fresh. Use in soups, or serve alone; they are great either way. This is an easy recipe, and you'll get lots of compliments because you made them yourself.

Provided by McKenzie Delling

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ¼ cups torn spinach leaves
2 tablespoons water
1 egg
½ teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Combine spinach and water in a saucepan. Cover, and cook till spinach is very tender. Cool slightly.
  • Place spinach and liquid in blender container. Add egg and salt. Cover, and blend till smooth. Transfer to a bowl. Add enough flour to make a stiff dough.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead for 1 minute. Roll very thin on a floured surface. Let rest 20 minutes. Roll up loosely. Slice 1/4 inch wide. Unroll. Cut into desired lengths. Spread out on a rack to dry for 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.4 calories, Carbohydrate 60.5 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 633.2 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

WILTED SPINACH WITH NUTMEG



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After rinsing the spinach, leave some water clinging to the leaves. This will help the spinach wilt evenly in the pan, without becoming too soft. Try serving with Pork Chops with Apples and Shallots.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 tablespoons butter
2 packages (10 ounces each) fresh spinach, rinsed, tough ends discarded
1 pinch ground nutmeg
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large, deep saucepan with a tight-fitting lid, melt butter over medium heat. Add spinach (with water still clinging to leaves); cover, and cook until wilted, stirring halfway through, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Season with nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 3 g

Tips for Making Spinach Nuggets:

  • Use fresh baby spinach. Fresh spinach is more flavorful and tender than frozen spinach, and it will help your nuggets stay moist. If you must use frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out all the excess water before using.
  • Add some grated parmesan cheese. Parmesan cheese adds a delicious cheesy flavor to the nuggets and helps bind them together.
  • Use a food processor to chop the spinach. This will help ensure that the spinach is finely chopped and evenly distributed throughout the nuggets.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing the batter will result in tough nuggets.
  • Use a nonstick skillet to cook the nuggets. This will help prevent them from sticking and burning.
  • Serve the nuggets immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Marinara sauce, ranch dressing, or honey mustard are all great options.

Conclusion:

Spinach nuggets are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give spinach nuggets a try!

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