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June 17, 2019 By Mike & Mike's Staff

Nutritional Profile – Spinach

Local Ontario spinach is plentiful during the Spring and Summer. There are so many uses for spinach due to its subtle flavour, but did you know it carries many health benefits as well?

Out of most leafy greens, spinach contains one of the highest amounts of iron. Iron is essential for carrying oxygen throughout the blood and giving your energy levels a big boost.
Spinach also contains a high level of magnesium, which is responsible for muscle relaxation, easing digestion, promoting sleep and good circulation.
Like other greens, spinach also plays a role in liver cleansing, which helps the body rid itself of any unwanted toxins from your food or the environment.
Spinach is also great for aiding in digestion due to its fiber content. This also helps promote gut health and nutrient absorption.

There are SO many ways to use spinach in your recipes, here are a few to check out!:

SPINACH AND MUSHROOM OMELETTE:

In a bowl, crack and whisk 2 organic eggs together until frothy. Add to the bowl: 1/3 C organic chopped fresh spinach, 1/3 C organic chopped cremini mushrooms, a small handful of finely chopped organic tomatoes and red onions, seat salt and black pepper to taste, and mix well. If you’re looking to make you omelette light and fluffy, add a little organic milk or cream to the mix!

In a pan on medium heat, melt 1 tbsp. of butter and cook egg mixture on one side for 3-4 minutes. Make sure to tip pan so that raw egg mixture cooks. Flip one side and cook for another 2 minutes. Top with organic goat cheese and enjoy!

SUPER GREEN SMOOTHIE:

In a blender, add 1 cup of fresh organic spinach, 1 organic banana, ½ organic apple roughly chopped, 1 small piece of ginger, ½ juice of a lemon, 1 ½ C coconut milk (or water), 1 tbsp. hemp hearts, 1 tbsp. organic honey, and blend until smooth.

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