{"id":432745,"date":"2025-10-15T16:57:06","date_gmt":"2025-10-15T09:57:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/?p=432745"},"modified":"2026-02-10T19:54:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T12:54:27","slug":"thanksgiving-side-dishes-with-spinach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-side-dishes-with-spinach\/","title":{"rendered":"6+ Best Spinach Side Dishes to Impress Your Thanksgiving Guests"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Thanksgiving is all about gathering, gratitude, and, of course, delicious food. Spinach, often seen as a humble green, can transform your holiday feast into something truly memorable. These delightful side dishes are not just packed with flavor; they\u2019ll also add a splash of color to your table and impress your guests with your cooking skills.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Recipe List and Variations<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-side-dishes-with-spinach\/#Garlic_Butter_Sauteed_Spinach\" >Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-side-dishes-with-spinach\/#Spinach_and_Cheese_Stuffed_Mushrooms\" >Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/thanksgiving-side-dishes-with-spinach\/#Spinach_Gratin\" >Spinach Gratin<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Garlic_Butter_Sauteed_Spinach\"><\/span>Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/32505232\/pexels-photo-32505232.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach\" title=\"Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Eugenia Remark on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/escargot-with-bread-and-wine-flat-lay-on-wooden-table-32505232\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:DeepPink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/garlic-spinach-1760468671.jpg\" alt=\"Garlic Spinach\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/218288\/garlic-spinach\/\" target=\"_blank\">Garlic Spinach<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.6 (427 reviews). Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:HoneyDew\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/garlic-butter-sauteed-spinach-1760468671.jpg\" alt=\"Garlic Butter Sauteed Spinach\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatwell101.com\/garlic-butter-sauteed-spinach-recipe\" target=\"_blank\">Garlic Butter Sauteed Spinach<\/a><\/strong> from Eatwell101<\/p>\n<p><small>Total Time: 10 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:LightGreen\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/butter-garlic-sauteed-spinach-1760468672.jpg\" alt=\"Butter Garlic Sauteed Spinach\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/healthyrecipesblogs.com\/sauteed-spinach\/\" target=\"_blank\">Butter Garlic Sauteed Spinach<\/a><\/strong> from Healthy Recipes Blog<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (18 reviews). Total Time: 15 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Imagine vibrant green spinach leaves, glistening in a luscious garlic butter sauce. This dish is simple yet incredibly flavorful, making it perfect for Thanksgiving. The saut\u00e9ing technique enhances the spinach\u2019s natural taste while infusing it with the rich aroma of garlic.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fresh spinach (about 12 ounces)<\/li>\n<li>4 tablespoons unsalted butter<\/li>\n<li>4 cloves garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>A squeeze of fresh lemon juice (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This recipe is popular not just for its flavor, but also for its quick preparation. In just a matter of minutes, you can create a stunning side dish that complements any Thanksgiving entr\u00e9e. Plus, the garlic and buttery goodness make it irresistible, ensuring that your guests will be reaching for seconds!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/awesome-garlic-butter-sauteed-spinach-how-to-saute-spinach-1760468685.jpg\" alt=\"Awesome Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach| How to Saut\u00e9 Spinach\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Zos4i-IFmmc\" target=\"_blank\">Awesome Garlic Butter Saut\u00e9ed Spinach| How to Saut\u00e9 Spinach<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sauteed-spinach-recipes-how-to-make-garlic-butter-spinach-1760468685.jpg\" alt=\"Saut\u00e9ed Spinach Recipes | How To Make Garlic Butter Spinach\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0SB4TCzSf1A\" target=\"_blank\">Saut\u00e9ed Spinach Recipes | How To Make Garlic Butter Spinach<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/perfect-sauteed-spinach-recipe-with-garlic-1760468686.jpg\" alt=\"Perfect Sauteed Spinach Recipe with Garlic\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=RmaVRTrSO1M\" target=\"_blank\">Perfect Sauteed Spinach Recipe with Garlic<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spinach_and_Cheese_Stuffed_Mushrooms\"><\/span>Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/19130186\/pexels-photo-19130186.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms\" title=\"Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Mushrooms\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Jonathan Hidalgo on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/top-view-of-pizzas-with-different-toppings-19130186\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Plum\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spinach-stuffed-mushrooms-1760468675.jpg\" alt=\"Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.allrecipes.com\/recipe\/214927\/spinach-stuffed-mushrooms\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms<\/a><\/strong> from Allrecipes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (37 reviews). Total Time: 45 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:BurlyWood\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cheesy-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms-1760468675.jpg\" alt=\"Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/peasandcrayons.com\/cheesy-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms\/\" target=\"_blank\">Cheesy Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms<\/a><\/strong> from Peas and Crayons<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (32 reviews). Total Time: 25 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:WhiteSmoke\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spinach-stuffed-mushrooms-1760468675-1.jpg\" alt=\"Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maebells.com\/spinach-stuffed-mushrooms\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spinach Stuffed Mushrooms<\/a><\/strong> from Maebells<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (4 reviews). Total Time: 30 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>These delightful little bites are a showstopper at any gathering! Imagine crisp mushroom caps filled with a creamy, cheesy spinach mixture that melts in your mouth. Baking them gives a golden finish while keeping the filling rich and flavorful.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12 large mushrooms, stems removed<\/li>\n<li>1 cup fresh spinach, chopped<\/li>\n<li>1 cup cream cheese<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup grated Parmesan cheese<\/li>\n<li>1 clove garlic, minced<\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon Italian seasoning<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>Olive oil for drizzling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What makes these stuffed mushrooms truly special is their versatility. You can prep them ahead of time and pop them in the oven just before serving, which is a lifesaver during the busy Thanksgiving rush. The combination of spinach and cheese is always a hit, and the mushrooms provide a lovely earthy flavor that ties everything together beautifully.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related Videos<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-mushrooms-with-spinach-cheese-1760468688.jpg\" alt=\"STUFFED MUSHROOMS WITH SPINACH &amp; CHEESE ...\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=zDAV_9ulV80\" target=\"_blank\">STUFFED MUSHROOMS WITH SPINACH &amp; CHEESE &#8230;<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/stuffed-mushrooms-spinach-with-cream-cheese-vegetarian-1760468688.jpg\" alt=\"Stuffed Mushrooms- Spinach with Cream cheese (Vegetarian)\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YCh_tAkEDMg\" target=\"_blank\">Stuffed Mushrooms- Spinach with Cream cheese (Vegetarian)<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/creamy-spinach-stuffed-mushrooms-1760468689.jpg\" alt=\"Creamy Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms\"><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=piRCiB2Zm-Y\" target=\"_blank\">Creamy Spinach-Stuffed Mushrooms<\/a><br \/><small>(youtube.com)<\/small><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Spinach_Gratin\"><\/span>Spinach Gratin<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/images.pexels.com\/photos\/34227765\/pexels-photo-34227765.jpeg?w=1000\" alt=\"Spinach Gratin\" title=\"Spinach Gratin\" \/><figcaption align=\"center\"><small>Image by Novkov Visuals on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/photo\/vibrant-veggie-bowl-on-white-table-34227765\/\" target=\"_blank\">Pexels<\/a><\/small><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"recipe-container\">\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Lime\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spinach-gratin-1760468679.jpg\" alt=\"Spinach Gratin\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.foodnetwork.com\/recipes\/ina-garten\/spinach-gratin-recipe-1940406\" target=\"_blank\">Spinach Gratin<\/a><\/strong> from Food Network<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.7 (395 reviews). Total Time: 1 h 35 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Pink\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/classic-french-spinach-au-gratin-1760468679.jpg\" alt=\"Classic French Spinach au Gratin\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thespruceeats.com\/spinach-gratin-recipe-1375723\" target=\"_blank\">Classic French Spinach au Gratin<\/a><\/strong> from The Spruce Eats<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 4.3 (62 reviews). Total Time: 40 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-item\" style=\"background-color:Azure\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/spinach-gratin-recipe-1760468679.jpg\" alt=\"Spinach Gratin Recipe\"><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/grandbaby-cakes.com\/spinach-gratin\/\" target=\"_blank\">Spinach Gratin Recipe<\/a><\/strong> from Grandbaby Cakes<\/p>\n<p><small>Rating: 5 (9 reviews). Total Time: 55 min. <\/small><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"source-note\">Links open in new window. Source: Google.com<\/div>\n<p>Picture a creamy, cheesy spinach dish bubbling away in a casserole, topped with a crispy golden crust. This spinach gratin is comfort food at its finest and brings a touch of elegance to your Thanksgiving table. The baking technique allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a dish that feels warm and inviting.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 pound fresh spinach<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons butter<\/li>\n<li>2 tablespoons all-purpose flour<\/li>\n<li>1 cup whole milk<\/li>\n<li>1 cup shredded Gruy\u00e8re cheese<\/li>\n<li>\u00bd cup breadcrumbs<\/li>\n<li>Salt and pepper to taste<\/li>\n<li>A pinch of nutmeg (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This gratin is a fantastic way to incorporate more greens into your feast while still satisfying everyone\u2019s cravings for comfort food. The creamy texture, combined with the cheesy topping, makes it a standout dish that guests will rave about long after the meal is over. Plus, the hint of nutmeg adds a warm, aromatic touch that\u2019s perfect for the holiday season!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Elevate your Thanksgiving feast with three stunning spinach side dishes that will leave your guests raving\u2014curious to find out what they are?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":549455,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"iawp_total_views":3,"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[19771],"internal_tag":[],"class_list":["post-432745","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-vegetables","tag-thanksgiving-recipes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432745","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=432745"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/432745\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/549455"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=432745"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=432745"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=432745"},{"taxonomy":"internal_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ostrali.com\/foodr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/internal_tag?post=432745"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}