St. Patrick’s Day is known for bright green treats, sugary snacks, and colorful drinks, but many of those festive foods rely on artificial dyes and heavily processed ingredients. If you're looking for healthier St. Patrick’s Day recipes that still feel fun and celebratory without the junk, try these naturally green recipes!
Leprechaun Fuel Energy Bites
Perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or after-school treats
Image courtesy of Living Well Moms blog
These no-bake energy bites are naturally green thanks to matcha powder and they are lightly sweetened with maple syrup. They come together quickly and are easy for kids to help make!
Ingredients
1 cup oats
1 half cup almond butter
2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon matcha powder
1 quarter cup shredded coconut
Instructions
Mix all ingredients until sticky, roll into small balls, and refrigerate until firm. Store chilled for a festive grab-and-go snack.
Green Goddess Pesto Pizza
Best for dinner or family night
Image courtesy of Good Food blog
This bright green pizza is delicious and festive, plus it comes together in under 20mins if using premade pesto and pizza crust. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
1 pizza crust
1 and one half cups broccoli florets
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 half cup basil pesto
1 cup mozzarella cheese
Optional add lemon zest
Instructions
Toss broccoli with coconut oil and roast at 425 degrees until crisp. Spread pesto over the crust, add broccoli and cheese, and bake until golden.
Emerald Pistachio Date Bars
Best for snacks or dessert
Image courtesy of Gourmande in the Kitchen
These bars are naturally sweet and vibrant from pistachios, and are easy to slice and great for sharing.
Ingredients
1 cup pistachios
1 cup dates
1 half cup oats
1 quarter cup shredded coconut
2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
Blend all ingredients in a food processor until sticky. Press into a lined pan and refrigerate until firm before slicing.
Garden Glow Spinach Quiche
Best for brunch or light dinner
Image courtesy of Love and Lemons
This protein-packed dish works for a meal prepped breakfast, lunch or a light dinner.
Ingredients
1 tablespoon coconut oil
2 cups fresh spinach
1 half cup chopped onion
2 cloves garlic
4 eggs
1 half cup milk
1 half cup parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper
Optional add pie crust
Instructions
Heat coconut oil in a skillet and cook onion and garlic until soft. Add spinach and cook until wilted. Spread into a baking dish. Whisk eggs, milk, cheese, salt, and pepper and pour over the greens. Bake at 375 degrees until set.
Shamrock Cream Shake
Best for breakfast or festive treat
Image courtesy of Eating by Elaine
This creamy shake feels fun and indulgent while using simple ingredients without the added sugars!
Ingredients
1 frozen banana
1 cup fresh spinach
1 cup coconut milk
1 tablespoon coconut oil
1 half teaspoon vanilla
Optional add peppermint extract
Instructions
Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy. Top with whipped cream and serve immediately.
Pot of Gold Key Lime Pie
Best for dessert
This no bake pie is bright, creamy, and naturally green from avocado and lime.
Ingredients
Crust
1 and one half cups crushed graham crackers
1 quarter cup coconut oil melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
Filling
1 ripe avocado
1 half cup coconut cream
1 quarter cup key lime juice
1 tablespoon lime zest
3 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons coconut oil melted
Instructions
Mix crust ingredients and press into a pie dish. Refrigerate until firm. Blend filling ingredients until smooth and pour into the crust. Chill several hours until set. Top with fresh lime slices before serving.
Magic Matcha Breakfast Crepes
Best for breakfast or a fun holiday brunch
These light and festive crepes are naturally green from matcha and feel special enough for St. Patrick’s Day while still being made with simple ingredients. They are a fun breakfast option that can be meal prepped the day before and served plain or topped with your choice of fillings for a customizable holiday meal.
Ingredients
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon matcha powder
2 eggs
1 and 1 quarter cups milk
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon coconut oil melted
1 half teaspoon vanilla
Optional add fresh berries
Optional add yogurt
Instructions
Whisk together the flour, matcha powder, eggs, milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth. Let the batter rest for 10 minutes. Heat a lightly greased skillet over medium heat and pour in a small amount of batter, swirling to create a thin layer. Cook until set, flip, and cook briefly on the other side. Serve warm with fresh berries or yogurt.
Enjoy LUCKY day!
