Description
Green onion spinach bread combines rustic charm with garden-fresh flavors. Hearty slices promise comfort and zest, inviting you to savor each wholesome bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Flour and Vegetables:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) green onions, thinly sliced
Leavening and Liquid Components:
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk
- 2 large eggs
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F and coat a standard loaf pan with olive oil or line with parchment paper for effortless bread removal.
- Sift flour, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper into a large mixing bowl, ensuring a consistent dry ingredient blend.
- Whisk eggs until they transform into a light, airy consistency, then blend in milk, melted butter, and olive oil until thoroughly combined.
- Delicately incorporate chopped spinach, green onions, and parmesan cheese into the liquid mixture, distributing ingredients evenly throughout.
- Gently merge wet and dry ingredients with a spatula, stirring minimally to prevent dense texture – small lumps are acceptable.
- Smoothly pour batter into the prepared pan, leveling the surface with a spatula to create an uniform top.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a golden-brown exterior and verifying doneness by inserting a toothpick that emerges clean.
- Allow bread to rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack for complete cooling, which helps maintain structural integrity.
- Slice and serve while slightly warm, revealing vibrant green specks and experiencing the herb-infused, savory essence of this unique quick bread.
Notes
- Prevent gluten development by mixing minimally, which keeps the bread tender and prevents a tough, chewy texture.
- Substitute whole wheat flour for a portion of all-purpose flour to boost nutritional value and add a nutty undertone to the bread.
- Experiment with dairy-free alternatives like almond milk or coconut milk for lactose-intolerant individuals, maintaining the bread’s creamy consistency.
- Store leftovers wrapped tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for extended preservation of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 204 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 43 mg