Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these fun green recipes! These yummy meals, treats and drinks are perfect for the Irish holiday.
Healthy St. Patrick's Day Food Ideas
One of the best excuses to drink green beer is quickly approaching and I've got a bunch of fun green recipes to help you celebrate! St. Patrick's Day is the first big holiday before all the beautiful spring weather comes, and I love that it's an excuse to eat a whole bunch of finger food and pig out on pub grub.
That being said, not all St Patrick's Day food are desserts or alcoholic beverages – some can be healthier like the Salsa Verde Chicken and Green Goddess Grilled Cheese Sandwiches you'll see below. If you just want an excuse to eat or drink something green this St Paddy's Day, there are so many ways to get creative and whip up something delicious to celebrate!
St. Patrick's Day Drinks
Green beer and Guinness aren't the only drinks to have on St. Patrick's Day! If you want to take a break from the party, try a green smoothie or iced matcha for something fun and colourful.
Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink {Starbucks Copycat}
1 hour 10 minutes
This Iced Pineapple Matcha Drink is perfect for St. Patrick's Day and tastes just like the Starbucks version with matcha green tea and pineapple.
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Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 3mg
The Best Meal Prep Green Smoothie
15 minutes
This is the Best Meal Prep Green Smoothie filled with tons of healthy ingredients like spinach, green apple, banana and mango!
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Calories: 227kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 652mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 2056IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 85mg | Iron: 2mg
Iced Matcha Latte {Starbucks Copycat}
15 minutes
This Iced Matcha Latte tastes just like the one at Starbucks, made with matcha green tea powder, milk and simple syrup poured over ice!
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Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 9mg | Sodium: 67mg | Potassium: 178mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 870IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 144mg | Iron: 3mg
The Creamiest Avocado Smoothie
10 minutes
This is the Creamiest Avocado Smoothie in existence! Just add frozen avocado, frozen mango, banana, protein powder, coconut milk and spinach.
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Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 97mg | Potassium: 741mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 3352IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 1mg
Green Bloody Mary (Tomatillo Bloody Mary) via Platings and Pairings
This Green Bloody Mary is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day but delicious any time of the year! Made with tomatillos, yellow tomatoes horseradish for a great kick.
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Naturally Green Shamrock Shake via Art From My Table
Cool, Creamy, Minty, Refreshing! This homemade shamrock shake recipe is naturally green, and has only 3 ingredients and no preservatives! You’re 5 minutes away from a delicious St. Patricks Day treat!
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St. Patrick's Day Appetizers
Whether you're looking for a snack or you've having a big St. Patrick's Day feast, these appetizers and sides are awesome! Make indulgent Irish nachos or healthy avocado hummus jars.
Pub-Style Irish Nachos {Super Crispy}
30 minutes
These Pub-Style Irish Nachos offer a healthier spin on a tasty comfort food and are super easy to make thanks to the frozen potato wedges.
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Calories: 487kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 909mg | Potassium: 816mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1350IU | Vitamin C: 123.8mg | Calcium: 400mg | Iron: 1.8mg
Crispy Green Bean Fries
50 minutes
These Crispy Green Bean Fries are a delicious and healthy way to satisfy your french fry cravings – make them in the Air Fryer or the oven!
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Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 330mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 783IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 204mg | Iron: 2mg
Crispiest Garlic Parm Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
40 minutes
Learn the secret to the crispiest air fryer brussels sprouts – say hello to the perfect side dish with garlic, parmesan and balsamic.
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Calories: 99kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 123mg | Potassium: 359mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 712IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 1mg
Healthy Avocado Hummus Snack Jars
15 minutes
These Avocado Hummus Snack Jars are high in fibre and a healthy on-the-go snack option that tastes great with veggies and crackers.
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Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 305mg | Potassium: 381mg | Fiber: 4g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 7.8mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1.6mg
Asiago Brussels Sprouts & Kale Dip {Super Creamy}
30 minutes
This Asiago Brussels Sprouts & Kale Dip is a festive version of spinach dip and is super creamy with asiago, parmesan and cream cheese!
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Calories: 204.11kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.81g | Protein: 11.9g | Fat: 15.01g | Saturated Fat: 7.81g | Cholesterol: 46.15mg | Sodium: 583.38mg | Potassium: 303.7mg | Fiber: 1.46g | Sugar: 1.86g | Vitamin A: 2026.08IU | Vitamin C: 46.41mg | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 1.14mg
Perfect Instant Pot Asparagus {Tender-Crisp} via Eating Instantly
This Perfect Instant Pot Asparagus is much easier to make than you think, and comes together with a delicious lemon, garlic & parmesan seasoning.
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Avocado Pesto via Salt & Lavender
My avocado pesto is a versatile condiment that is great on bread or crackers or with pasta. Avocado, chives, basil, garlic, olive oil, lime, and pine nuts are whipped together to create this tasty spread.
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St. Patrick's Day Meals
Have no St. Patrick's Day plans? You can at least incorporate one of these green meals into your meal plan for a festive feel! They are great healthy dinner and lunch options.
Thai Green Curry Chicken Vermicelli Bowls
40 minutes
These Thai Green Curry Chicken Vermicelli Bowls are a delicious, spicy noodle soup – flavoured with peanut butter and coconut milk, you'll love this elevated weeknight dinner idea!
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Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 56g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 1374mg | Potassium: 654mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 5601IU | Vitamin C: 66mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 2mg
The Best Kale Salad on the Internet
50 minutes
This Kale Salad is the best meal prep lunch! It's got protein with lentils and halloumi cheese, lots of veggies and a tasty dressing.
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Calories: 532kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 764mg | Potassium: 909mg | Fiber: 25g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5759IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 530mg | Iron: 6mg
Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken {+Crockpot}
35 minutes
This Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken can be made in the Instant Pot or the slow cooker – it's a one pot Mexican-inspired rice bowl.
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Calories: 448kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 1744mg | Potassium: 627mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Vitamin C: 99.8mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.3mg
Green Goddess Grilled Cheese Sandwich
25 minutes
This Green Goddess Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delicious and healthy lunch idea filled with yummy green veggies and two types of cheese!Â
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Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 794mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1232IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 448mg | Iron: 3mg
Cream of Asparagus Soup {Easy + Healthy}
45 minutes
This easy Cream of Asparagus Soup is full of vibrant flavours and delicious veggies that you’ll want to make time and time again.
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Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 624mg | Potassium: 483mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1296IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 114mg | Iron: 2mg
Green Chili Recipe with Chicken
45 minutes
This is the BEST Green Chili Recipe, made with pulled chicken, salsa verde and green chilies. It can be made on the stove, in the crockpot or in the Instant Pot!
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Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 1158mg | Potassium: 966mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 586IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 91mg | Iron: 3mg
Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice {Best Marinade}
40 minutes
Calling all cilantro lovers! This one's for you! This Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice is so easy with avocado salsa and the juiciest marinade.
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Calories: 479kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 1038mg | Potassium: 785mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 359IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg
Green Goddess Vegan Broccoli Soup
25 minutes
This Green Goddess Vegan Broccoli Soup is topped with kale chips and packed with leafy greens – you won't even notice it's dairy-free!
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Calories: 159kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 862mg | Potassium: 544mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4276IU | Vitamin C: 132mg | Calcium: 212mg | Iron: 2mg
St. Patrick's Day Desserts & Treats
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with these cute desserts and treats! They feature green ingredients like mint, pistachio, and matcha.
Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dessert Dip via The Busy Baker
This Mint Chocolate Chip Cheesecake Dessert Dip is a perfect easy to make sweet treat for St. Patrick’s Day, or any time of the year!
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Pistachio Ice Cream Sandwiches with Thin Mint Cookies via Meg is Well
These Pistachio Ice Cream Sandwiches with Thin Mint Cookies are the perfect delicious and lower calorie miniature dessert.
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Matcha Green Tea Pancakes via Killing Thyme
These Matcha Green Tea Pancakes put a beautifully smooth and earthy twist on your average breakfast. Top with Greek yogurt and your fave fruits + nuts.
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Leprechaun Dessert Shooters via Taste of the Frontier
Are you ready for some fun St. Patrick’s Day ideas??? I have a whole lot of Irish in me from my dad’s side – so St. Patty’s is something I love to celebrate. Plus all the fun colors & great food just makes me smile. So last year I created these Leprechaun Dessert Shooters but never had a chance to share them here with you all before the holiday came & went. So I am super excited be to be able to share them with you all here today.
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Chocolate Mint Chip Bundt Cake via My Kitchen Love
Chocolate Mint Chip Bundt Cake, a classic flavour combo in bundt cake form. Chocolate Mint is a classic, and one of my personal favourite, flavour combinations. It’s sweet without being over the top teeth gripping sugary, it’s chocolatey enough to satisfying my (constant) chocolate cravings, and the…
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Boozy Shamrock Shake Cupcakes via Cooking with Curls
Boozy Shamrock Shake Cupcakes are minty delicious and topped with Godiva White Chocolate Buttercream, the perfect St. Patrick’s Day treat!
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Mint Chocolate Lasagna via Kitchen Gidget
No bake Mint Chocolate Lasagna with layers of cream cheese, chocolate pudding on an Oreo crust. A cool dessert for Andes candy lovers!
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St. Patrick’s Day Green Trifle via 365 Days of Easy Recipes
These St. Patrick’s Day Green Trifle bowls are a quick and easy way to add some festive green into your day. The kids will love these green treats that are layered with whipped cream, graham crumbs and green coloured pudding.
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4 Ingredient Shamrock Shake Fudge via Spend with Pennies
4 Ingredient Shamrock Shake Fudge! Creamy smooth minted fudge isn’t just for St. Patricks Day!! Enjoy this easy recipe year round!
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is St. Patrick's Day?
St Patrick’s Day is celebrated every year on March 17. It’s an annual celebration of Irish culture that marks the death of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s patron saint – although it’s mostly celebrated with green drinks, food and clothes!
What do you eat on the holiday?
Serving green treats and meals on St. Patrick’s Day is always fun, but you can also serve classic Irish dishes to honour the Irish culture.
What are some traditional Irish dishes I can serve?
Cabbage rolls, anything with potatoes and corned beef are all popular dishes that originated in Ireland. If you’re looking to make a traditional Irish dinner, this Slow Cooker Corned Beef will be right up your alley.
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Comments & Reviews
Samantha | My Kitchen Love says
These are all really fun recipes! I HAVE to try your vermicelli noodle bowl – looks crazy yummy. Thanks for including my bundt cake!
Meg | Meg is Well says
Thanks so much for including me! I must be in a savory type of mood because the avocado pesto, Thai Green Curry Vermicelli, and Green Bloody Marys are seriously making me drool right now. And it’s a whole meal too! Also, potato nachos TOTALLY belong on this list (any list really).
Natasha @ Salt & Lavender says
Thanks for including my recipe!! Loving all these green goodies, and I just realized why there’s 17 of them.. haha clever. Sharing on various social media!