{"id":38030,"date":"2017-03-16T11:15:19","date_gmt":"2017-03-16T15:15:19","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/?p=38030"},"modified":"2017-03-19T12:57:50","modified_gmt":"2017-03-19T16:57:50","slug":"green-healthy-st-patricks-day-recipes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyburn.com\/life\/recipes\/green-healthy-st-patricks-day-recipes\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Naturally Green St. Patrick\u2019s Day Recipes"},"content":{"rendered":"

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We\u2019re all about the green this week. (No, we\u2019re not talking about money!) It\u2019s almost St. Patrick\u2019s Day<\/a>, and we\u2019ve got one very vibrant color on our minds. Channel the luck of the Irish by whipping up some emerald-hued dishes to celebrate the patron saint of Ireland.<\/p>\n

But before you go mixing up Blue No. 2 and Yellow No. 6 food dyes, you\u2019re in luck: Some of the healthiest veggies around are naturally green<\/a>. From spinach-packed pancakes and smoothies<\/a> to inventive eggs, celebrate the day with these lighter St. Patrick\u2019s Day recipes. And by skipping the heavy meat and potato dishes, you\u2019ll have plenty of room for a pint (or two!) of Guinness later.<\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong>\u00a013 Deliciously Refreshing Green Smoothie Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

13 Lean, Green (and Healthy!) St. Patrick\u2019s Day Recipes<\/h2>\n
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1. Matcha Coconut Latte<\/a><\/h3>\n

Start the day off right! You’ll get a\u00a0pretty emerald\u00a0hue, a hit of caffeine and the soothing\u00a0flavor of green tea in this latte, all thanks to matcha<\/a>. The recipe also\u00a0includes coconut milk for a hint of sweetness. Use a traditional bamboo whisk (or your standard kitchen whisk) to mix it into a\u00a0frothy texture.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Jeanine \/ <\/em>Love and Lemons<\/em><\/p>\n

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2.\u00a0Shamrock Fried Eggs<\/a><\/h3>\n

Put a festive spin on your morning routine by using green peppers to mimic four-leaf clovers. Be sure to select peppers that have four \u201chumps,\u201d or distinct sections, so they\u2019ll resemble shamrocks when you slice them. Photo and recipe: Christine \/ <\/em>Zestuous<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>9 Veggie-Packed Breakfast On-the-Go Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

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3.\u00a0Lucky Green Pancakes<\/a><\/h3>\n

Light and fluffy, these festive flapjacks<\/a> have no added sugar or oil. Spinach gives your stack a boost of folate and B vitamins<\/a>, plus Greek yogurt increases the protein so you\u2019ll feel full \u2018til lunchtime. Drizzle with honey or maple syrup for a hit of sugar! Photo and recipe: Caroline \/ <\/em>Chocolate and Carrots<\/em><\/p>\n

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4.\u00a0Pot \u2018o Green\u00a0Goddess Soup<\/a><\/h3>\n

Skip the green beer and sip on this lovely soup instead. Customize it based on what combinations of lettuce you\u2019ve got in your crisper. (Iceberg, watercress, rocket and spinach all work.) At just 50 calories a serving, it\u2019s a delicious and light starter for lunch or dinner. Photo and recipe: Karen \/ <\/em>Lavender and Lovage<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/strong>Soup’s Up! 12 Insanely Easy Crock Pot Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

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5.\u00a0Healthier Shamrock Shake<\/a><\/h3>\n

Did you know that a 16-ounce serving of McDonald\u2019s Shamrock has 660 calories and the same amount of sugar as four <\/em>cupcakes? Ditch the artificial flavors and make this better-for-you version. A whopping 21 grams of protein<\/a> will give you enough energy to fete all day long. Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ <\/em>Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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6.\u00a0St. Paddy-Worthy Pesto and Zoodles<\/a><\/h3>\n

Save yourself some carbs by opting for zucchini noodles instead of regular pasta. Use a julienne peeler or spiralizer to cut the green summer squash into thin strips, then toss with your favorite basil-based pesto and some cherry tomatoes. Photo and recipe: Maria \/ <\/em>Two Peas and Their Pod<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 11 Delicious Veggie Pasta Recipes for Zoodle Lovers<\/a><\/p>\n

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7.\u00a0Green Goddess Dip<\/a><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re entertaining, fuel a crowd by whipping up this healthy appetizer. By using Greek yogurt and avocados instead of sour cream and mayo, you\u2019ll still get that creamy texture without all the unhealthy fat. Serve your dip with a big plate of raw vegetables and invite guests to dig in! Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ <\/em>Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

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8. Matcha Chia Seed Pudding<\/a><\/h3>\n

With 32 grams of fiber<\/a> and 15 grams of protein, this delicious breakfast, snack or dessert bowl will leave you full and happy. The chia seeds and matcha (where the green color comes from) also provide a dash of antioxidants. Just let it sit in your fridge to get that thick pudding consistency.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Renee Blair \/ Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>14 Creative Chia Seed Recipes<\/a><\/p>\n

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9.\u00a0Leprechaun Ice Cream<\/a><\/h3>\n

Your friends will never guess that there\u2019s spinach hiding in this icy treat. Though it has zero dairy, this recipe still has a creamy texture thanks to two frozen bananas. (Be sure to freeze them when they\u2019re as ripe as possible, since the ripening will increase the natural sweetness.) Photo and recipe: Katie \/ <\/em>Chocolate-Covered Katie<\/em><\/p>\n

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10.\u00a0Green Eggs and Ham<\/a><\/h3>\n

Kick off your day with an egg muffin that\u2019s basically a nutritional pot of gold! Ham, spinach and eggs pack a triple protein whammy \u2014 you\u2019ll get a whole 38 grams. Store leftovers in the freezer and reheat them all week long for easy, on-the-go breakfast. Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ <\/em>Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:<\/strong> 10 Healthy Ways to Get on the Egg Muffin Trend<\/a><\/p>\n

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11.\u00a0Sneaky Green Muffins<\/a><\/h3>\n

An entire six-ounce bag of spinach gives these muffins their vibrant hue. (Plus, it means they\u2019re totally Popeye-approved<\/a>!) They\u2019ll have a hint of sweetness thanks to maple syrup and two bananas, which will cut the bitter taste of the greens. Photo and recipe: Pamela \/ <\/em>Pamela Salzman<\/em><\/p>\n

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12.\u00a0Triple Green Smoothie<\/a><\/h3>\n

This protein shake has nothing but the good stuff: all-natural protein powder<\/a>, apple, kale, almond milk, cucumber and lemon. At 290 calories and 28 grams of protein, it\u2019s substantial enough to replace breakfast or lunch if you\u2019re on-the-go. Raise a glass and say \u201csl\u00e1inte<\/a>!\u201d Photo and recipe: Perry Santanachote \/ <\/em>Life by Daily Burn<\/em><\/p>\n

RELATED:\u00a0<\/strong>The 7 Best Post-Workout Smoothies for Every Exercise<\/a><\/p>\n

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13. Chocolate Matcha Butter Cups<\/a><\/h3>\n

A sweet, good-for-you treat! This healthy, antioxidant-rich take on peanut butter cups don’t just look pretty, they taste yummy\u00a0too. The coconut butter turns the powered green tea into a candy-like filling, while almond flour adds a nutty flavoring. Dark chocolate<\/a> just rounds out the deliciousness.\u00a0Photo and recipe: Kristy \/ Keepin’ It Kind<\/em><\/p>\n

Originally posted March 2015. Updated March 2017.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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