spinach

noun

spin·ach | \ˈspi-nich

Definition of spinach

1 : an Asian herb (Spinacia oleracea) of the goosefoot family cultivated for its edible leaves which form in a dense basal rosette also : its leaves

2a : something unwanted, pretentious, or spurious

b : an untidy overgrowth

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Toss the spinach with the lemon juice, then scatter the leaves on top. — Joe Yonan, The Seattle Times, "Vegetarian (or vegan) guests for Thanksgiving? Serve them this beauty," 13 Nov. 2018 Cooking or soaking the spinach first reduces how much of this compound gets absorbed during digestion. — Jaclyn London, Ms, Rd, Cdn, Good Housekeeping, "Spinach Is the Legit Superfood You Need in Your Life," 22 Mar. 2018 Add spinach to the pot and gently toss until beginning to wilt, about 1 minute. — Woman's Day Kitchen, Woman's Day, "Curry-Poached Salmon with Peppers," 16 Aug. 2018 Add half the spinach, stir through for a minute to wilt slightly, and then add the remaining half. — Yotam Ottolenghi, sacbee, "Salmon – want it easy, or want it epic?," 5 June 2018 Keep a bowl of them at your desk at work to munch on, or go with other magnesium-rich foods such as edamame and leafy greens like spinach and kale. — Isadora Baum, Health.com, "6 Self-Care Habits That Ease PMS Symptoms, According to Gynecologists," 5 Apr. 2018 Some dark green vegetables like spinach, kale, mustard greens and broccoli contain calcium but in a smaller amount than dairy products. — Rochelle Koff, miamiherald, "You may feel like 20, but you can’t eat like one — the best foods to eat as you age | Miami Herald," 25 Mar. 2018 But the spinach and sausage bites in the dish added a robust quality. — Tim Smith, baltimoresun.com, "Mt. Washington Tavern maintains its appeal with vibrant food, lively spaces," 14 June 2018 Top with the remaining potatoes and then the spinach. — Yotam Ottolenghi, sacbee, "Salmon – want it easy, or want it epic?," 5 June 2018

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