Spinach
A handful of spinach adds colour and another plant without changing the flavour much.
What it brings
Colour and leafy freshness. Texture: wilts in seconds.
Flavour notes: fresh, green.
How to use it in soup
Stir in at the very end until just wilted.
Prep: Wash; no chopping needed for baby spinach. Suggested amount: 80 g for two portions.
Storage
Refrigerate and use within 3 days.
Swaps
Chard · Kale (cook 4 min longer)
Recipes with spinach
Roasted tomato & red lentil soup
Sweet roasted tomatoes thickened with red lentils, finished with basil and lemon.
73 min8 plantsVegan
Green pea & almond soup
A vivid green soup of broccoli, courgette and peas, with toasted almonds.
53 min11 plantsVegan
Miso mushroom & tofu broth
A light, savoury broth with browned mushrooms, tofu and spinach.
56 min11 plantsVegan