Baby spinach

Baby spinach is a young and tender leafy green vegetable that comes from the plant species Spinacia oleracea. It is widely popular for its mild and slightly sweet flavour. Baby spinach is rich in essential vitamins and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for salads, smoothies, and cooked dishes.

Baby spinach is typically grown in fields or controlled environments like greenhouses. The leaves are harvested when they are young and small, hence the name "baby spinach". After harvesting, the spinach is carefully washed, packed, and delivered to stores for consumers to purchase. This leafy green is known for its versatility in various culinary dishes.

Baby spinach appears on food labels as an ingredient in salads, sandwiches, soups, and smoothies. It is commonly used to add a pop of colour, freshness, and a nutritional boost to dishes. Baby spinach can also be sautéed, steamed, or added to pasta dishes to incorporate more greens into meals. Its delicate taste makes it a favourite ingredient in many recipes for its texture and nutrient content.

Foods in the CalorieStar database containing Baby spinach