Spinach Flatbreads
Sneak leafy greens into your kid’s sandwiches by making this Spinach Flatbread – it’s easy and it’s good for them and us, too.
When someone says leafy greens, the first thing comes to mind is spinach. I think that would prove that my favorite leafy green is spinach. I used to put spinach in vegetable soups/stews, but when told by friends that spinach is good for anemia, I started consuming spinach like Popeye. Since then, I could eat spinach in any form… even in the form of flatbread.
Well, I was really aiming for tortillas since I really wanted to make my own. Somehow and by accident, these came out as flatbreads. At first I was a little disappointed, but when I saw the dough cooking beautifully, I felt nothing but happiness. I also love the spinach specks – how gorgeous!
I was a little nervous at first knowing that this has no yeast and was doubtful that the baking powder alone will do its thing and will make this bread pliable. The secret? You just have to believe. 😀
What do think my friends at Fiesta Friday # 155? Will you say something about my Spinach Flatbread? 😀
Spinach Flatbread
- Difficulty: easy
- 1 1/2 cup flour (all-purpose or whole wheat; I used AP flour)
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp canola oil (or vegetable oil)
- 1 1/2 cup baby spinach
- 2-3 tbsp water for the dough
- water for simmering the spinach
- In a pan, add water. Place over a stove on medium heat. When the bubbles appear at the edges, add the 1 1/2 cup of spinach and cook for 2 minutes.
- Using a strainer, drain water from the spinach and run under a very cold water.
- Transfer to a blender and puree the spinach. You may need to add little water in this step. I did pureed mine using a mortar and pestle because my blender was acting up.
- In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt and vegetable oil.
- Add in spinach puree and mix until crumbly.
- Add in 2-3 tbsp (or more) water until the dough comes together.
- Cover the bowl with cling wrap and set aside for 30 minutes.
- In a lightly floured surface, flatten the dough and divide into three.
- Flatten each to 7-8 inches disk.
- In a non stick skillet with high heat, cook the flatten dough until brown spots appear. Flip and cook the other side.
- Repeat until all is cooked.
Notes:
This recipe made only 3 8 inches flatbreads, but can be doubled, tripled…
These flatbreads are good for wraps or can be paired with dips or dressings. 😉
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Kriska Marie
Yay! Thank you for the recipe! 😀
Thanks for sharing it over at Food Friday. Hope to see you again! 🙂
Jhuls
It’s my pleasure, Kriska. I am very happy that you liked the recipe. Thanks for hosting Food Friday, too. Have a blessed day! x
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thesnowwoman
I would love to make these to have on hand for lunchbox snacks. Have you frozen them? How well go they keep?
Jhuls
Sorry, I haven’t tried freezing them. I ate the whole thing as soon as I am done taking photos. 😀 Thanks for stopping by.
thesnowwoman
I will give it a try and see how it works….unless we eat the whole thing!
thesnowwoman
We made them and they are great! I just posted with a link back to your recipe. Hope you check it out.
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kirsty Hijacked by Twins
Delicious! I love sneaky ways of getting veg into the kids! Great idea x #CookBlogShare
Jhuls
IKR 😀 Thanks, Kirsty. x
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Kearin
Great idea! I make my own tortillas but have never made spinach ones
Jhuls
You cannot really taste the spinach… or maybe depending on how much you put. But this is a another fun way to enjoy them. 😀 Thanks for stopping by.
Mandy Mazliah
I make spinach flatbreads for my kids too – such a good way of adding some goodness! Thanks for linking up with #CookBlogShare
Jhuls
Yay! How fun, yeah? Thanks a lot, Mandy. x
Smiling Notes
Okay, I’m honestly in love with these. I’m definitely going to make them. Thanks for joining the Family joy blog link up party! Pinned 🙂
-Shamira
Jhuls
That’s what I felt the first time, too. 😀 Thanks, Shamira. x
Cliona Keane
What a great idea! I’ve never made my own flatbreads before but this looks like a great idea. Perfect for adding a bit of colour into your meal too!
Jhuls
I just love how this turned out. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by. x
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome
I’ve never made flatbread – I think I need to give it try! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
Jhuls
They are super easy to make, Helen. Let me know when you try them. Thanks for stopping by. x
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Elaine @ foodbod
I love making spinach flatbreads – it’s the only way my boys will eat spinach!! Yours look lovely xx
Jhuls
I think I should try this with pita next time… or pizza! 😀 Thanks, Elaine. x
Elaine @ foodbod
Yes! I’ve made pizza using spinach flatbreads dough before, it works very well 🙂
lapetitepaniere
These colorful spinach flatbreads look delicious! 🙂
Jhuls
I am in-love with them. 😀 Thanks, Linda. x
Nadia
That is the secret to everything in life – you just have to believe.
Jhuls
I am glad you agree with me, Nadia. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by. x
Marisa's Italian Kitchen
They look yummy! I’ve never made my own before, I’ll have too try them soon 😊
Jhuls
Remember that you can add more spinach. 😉 Thanks, Marisa. x
Lina
Yummy! Sounds very healthy and very delicious too!
Jhuls
Great with dips, too. 😀
Lina
Sure! Dips is always in😊