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Spinach Paste for Soups and Sauces

Spinach reduces quickly in volume and delivers a concentrated flavor. This paste makes it easy to add greens to dishes without extra prep.

Best in season: Spring
Time
20 min
Yield
4 jars
Difficulty
Easy
Updated
March 28, 2026
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Recipe at a glance

Spinach paste is a convenient base for soups, omelets, pasta, and sauces.

Ingredients

What you will need

Below is the ingredient list for this recipe with the base proportions. It is convenient to prepare everything you need in advance so the cooking process goes more smoothly and without rushing.

Before you start

There are 4 items in the list. It is convenient to check that everything is ready first and only then move on to the cooking steps.

  • spinach
    500 g
  • vegetable or olive oil
    40–60 ml
  • salt
    0.5 tsp
  • garlic
    1 clove
Step by step

How to make it

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Preparation path

This recipe has 4 steps. It is easiest to follow them in order without jumping between stages.

Recipe time: 20 min
1

Prepare the spinach

Wash, dry, and roughly chop the leaves.

2

Wilt the spinach

Heat in a dry pan for 2–3 minutes until reduced in volume.

3

Blend

Add salt, oil, and garlic, then blend into a paste.

4

Store

Transfer to a jar or freeze in portions.

Frequently asked questions

What people often ask about this recipe

How long does it keep?

Up to 5 days refrigerated or up to 3 months frozen.

Can I skip heating the spinach?

Yes, but the flavor will be less concentrated.

What to watch for

Common problems for this recipe

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Problems and solutions

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