15 Easy Mediterranean Spinach Recipes

Mediterranean Spinach Stuffed Chicken

This Mediterranean Spinach Stuffed Chicken is a delightful combination of juicy chicken breasts and a creamy spinach filling, perfect for a healthy yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, combine spinach, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and garlic.
3. Cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff with the spinach mixture, securing with toothpicks.
4. Season the stuffed chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides.
6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Spinach and Chickpea Salad

This Spinach and Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and protein-packed dish that’s perfect for a quick lunch or side.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. In a large bowl, combine spinach, chickpeas, red onion, and feta cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Mediterranean Spinach Quiche

This Mediterranean Spinach Quiche is a savory pie filled with nutritious spinach and Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 unbaked pie crust
• 3 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Place the pie crust in a pie dish and set aside.
3. In a skillet, sauté spinach until wilted, then spread it evenly in the pie crust.
4. Add olives and feta cheese on top of the spinach.
5. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper, then pour over the spinach mixture.
6. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the quiche is set and lightly golden.

Spinach and Orzo with Lemon Dressing

This Spinach and Orzo with Lemon Dressing is a light and zesty dish that can be served as a main or side.

Ingredients

• 1 cup orzo
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Cook orzo according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
2. In a large bowl, combine orzo, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and pine nuts.
3. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then drizzle over the orzo mixture.
4. Toss to combine and serve warm or chilled.

Mediterranean Spinach and Cheese Casserole

This comforting Mediterranean Spinach and Cheese Casserole is layered with delicious Mediterranean ingredients and baked to perfection.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, mix spinach, ricotta, mozzarella, feta, eggs, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is bubbly.

Spinach and Olive Tapenade

This Spinach and Olive Tapenade is a flavorful spread perfect for appetizers or as a sandwich enhancer.

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh spinach, blanched
• 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
• 2 cloves garlic
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Cooking method

1. In a food processor, combine spinach, olives, garlic, capers, olive oil, and lemon juice.
2. Pulse until coarsely blended.
3. Serve as a spread for bread or as a topping for grilled meats.

Mediterranean Spinach and Lentil Soup

Warm up with this hearty Mediterranean Spinach and Lentil Soup that’s both nutritious and filling.

Ingredients

• 1 cup lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 carrots, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions, carrots, and garlic until softened.
2. Add lentils and broth, bringing to a boil.
3. Lower heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes until lentils are cooked.
4. Stir in spinach, season with salt and pepper, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers

These Spinach and Feta Stuffed Peppers are a colorful and nutritious dish that makes for a great main course or side.

Ingredients

• 4 bell peppers, halved and deseeded
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup quinoa, cooked
• 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a bowl, combine spinach, quinoa, feta, pine nuts, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Stuff each pepper half with the mixture.
4. Place stuffed peppers in a baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until peppers are tender.

Spinach and Artichoke Flatbread

This Spinach and Artichoke Flatbread is a quick and delicious meal option, packed with flavors and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Flatbread or pizza crust
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1/2 cup artichoke hearts, chopped
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place flatbread on a baking sheet and brush with olive oil.
3. Top with spinach, artichoke hearts, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Mediterranean Spinach and Pasta Bake

Indulge in this comforting Mediterranean Spinach and Pasta Bake that combines pasta with rich Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• 12 oz pasta of your choice
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook pasta according to package instructions, drain, and return to pot.
3. Mix in spinach, marinara sauce, ricotta, salt, and pepper.
4. Transfer mixture to a greased baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
5. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is melted and golden.