Sunday, March 26, is National Spinach Day. Now you might be thinking… sure it’s healthy, but does spinach really deserve its own day? You bet it does! This dark leafy green is CHOCK FULL of nutrients that provide so many health benefits!

Spinach is rich in numerous minerals and vitamins, including iron, folate, potassium, calcium and vitamins A, C and K. This green is also rich in the antioxidant lutein, which is known to support eye and brain health. And don’t forget dietary fiber! Spinach contains insoluble fiber, which helps promote regularity, prevent constipation an keep you feeling fuller longer.

There are so many ways to prepare this versatile green vegetable. Here are some of my go-to tips for eating more spinach each week:

• Saute in olive oil and garlic for a tasty and easy side dish.
• Scramble with eggs and feta cheese.
• Add to salads, soups, stews, casseroles, pastas and pizzas.
• Toss into the blender when making a fruit smoothie or protein shake.
• Blend with olive oil, parmesan, pine nuts and lemon for a twist on pesto.

And don’t forget to prepare or eat with a heart-healthy fat (think olive or avocado oil, cheese, yogurt, nuts, seeds or eggs) to help you better absorb the fat-soluble nutrients in spinach (remember those vitamins A, D and K?).

Or, you can try one of my favorite recipes for eating this delicious leafy green… in this coffee shop copycat Spinach, Feta and Sundried Breakfast Wrap. Made with eggs, this wrap is a high-protein, nutrient powerhouse way to kick off your day!

Spinach, Feta and Sundried Tomato Breakfast Wrap

This egg and veggie wrap is easy to make the morning of or prep ahead of time for a super-quick grab-and-go breakfast.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Breakfast

Cuisine American, Mediterranean

Servings 4 servings

Ingredients

  

• 4 (7-inch) whole wheat or gluten-free tortilla
• 5 large eggs lightly whisked
• 2.5 cups spinach, torn
• 3-4 oz. crumbled feta cheese
• 4 Tbsp. sundried tomatoes, chopped
• 2 Tbsp. black olives, chopped (optional)

Instructions

 

• Toast or microwave tortillas until warm.
• Spray skillet with nonstick spray; heat over medium heat. Add eggs and spinach, stirring until set, about 3-5 minutes. Place egg-spinach mixture in center of tortillas. Top with feta, tomatoes and olives (if using). Fold up one end, then fold in both sides. Makes 4 servings.

Keyword breakfast sandwich, egg, feta pizza, Healthy breakfast, high protein breakfast, spinach, sundried tomato, wrap