Fun Saint Patrick’s Day Recipes

Saint Patrick’s Day is right around the corner and is a great reason to connect with friends and loved ones, have some fun, and make good food.

The holiday originally observes the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. It has evolved into a celebration of Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, drinking, and a whole lot of green! 

If you plan to have a party, see friends, or celebrate in any way, you might need some ideas for what to make. Thankfully, we have PLENTY! 

Here are 25 of our best green and rainbow foods, plus some Irish favorites to make for your Saint Patty’s Day celebrations: 

1. Creative Rainbow Fruit Skewers

These colorful little party foods are perfect for partygoers to pick up and enjoy while mingling. Plus, they’re so easy that your kids can help you prepare them.

2. Rachel’s Favorite Green Pancakes

Get in the holiday spirit by starting your day with a delicious stack of GREEN pancakes! Not only are they seasonally appropriate, but they also sneak several portions of veggies into your daily diet.

3. Healthier Crockpot “Corned Beef” & Cabbage + Veggies

You can’t name a more appropriate meal for Saint Patrick’s Day than corned beef and cabbage! This American tradition is believed to have originated from Irish immigrants who prepared the dish in North America in the late 19th century. I think you’ll enjoy this healthier version just as much while saving yourself a TON of sodium.

4. Chocolate Dipped Kiwi Slices

Turn preparing these into a fun activity for the kids. They’ll have a great time, and you’ll have a delicious sweet treat!

 

5. Healthy Chocolate Chip Shamrock Protein Shake

There’s no such thing as too much green – either in your diet or during your Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations. So, you should definitely try this healthier version of our favorite drive-through shamrock indulgence this weekend!

6. Veggie Loaded Cauli-Mash Shepherd’s Pie

Another traditional pub food that will please any group. Our version calls for lots of flavorful veggies in the meat, and then we spoon a creamy mashed cauliflower on top! Perfect!

7. Happy Rainbowls

Talk about eating the rainbow! You can prepare it ahead of time to simplify life later or double the recipe to accompany a bigger crowd.

8. Roasted Parmesan Cabbage

Cabbage is one of the most popular foods for Saint Patrick’s Day, so be sure to save this recipe for your weekend menu plans! The crunch edges make these taste like chips to me. Such a treat!

9. Homemade Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Treat your friends and family with a refreshing dessert this weekend that fits the theme of the celebrations! It’s SO simple to make, yet will surely impress.

10. Crockpot Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes are a traditional Irish food and dish, and this recipe is one of my favorites because it’s super easy and makes use of the crockpot – which simplifies everything!

11. Jalapeno Avocado Hummus

Every party needs some good dips, and you can’t go wrong here. This is a creative spin on the typical hummus recipe that adds to the taste and produces a pleasant green hue for the holiday!

12. Green Goddess Shrimp Salad

This Green Goddess dressing is SO WORTH a few minutes of effort! It’s tangy, creamy, and fresh-tasting, thanks to the fresh herbs, and it makes for a fabulous dip as well.

13. Irish inspired Potato Nachos

While these are not traditional Irish fare, they sure are a popular North American Irish restaurant/pub offering that makes for great St. Patrick’s Day food! Crispy baked potato slices, loaded with all your favorite stuff (aka: bar food) recreated in your kitchen. 

14. Green Veggie & Chicken Meal Prep Bowls

Perfectly balanced GREEN power bowls just in time to liven up your spring meal prep game! Also, asparagus is a total powerhouse for nutrition, providing a rich source of antioxidants and vitamins A, C, E, K, and B6, folate, iron, potassium, copper, calcium, and protein!

15. Rainbow Veggie + Hummus Wraps

Need a quick lunch idea? This one is for you! Less than 10 minutes to create a big, tasty, veggie-packed wrap of deliciousness!

16. Green Smoothie Bliss Bowls

Here’s another way to start your Sunday morning green! These bowls also make a delicious pick-me-up snack or fun weekend morning creation to share.

17. Spaghetti Squash Pesto Chicken

Minimal ingredients, MAXIMUM flavor! This dish is warm, comforting, and surprisingly hearty while simultaneously being very bright, light, and fresh tasting, thanks to the homemade pesto.

18. Sweet + Spicy Rainbow Slaw

This zesty slaw dressing transforms veggies into a tangy bowl of goodness that you’ll crave! It’s also versatile, so feel free to use whatever you have in your kitchen right now. It’ll turn out great!

19. CFC Creamy Green Shakshuka

Here’s CFC’s healthy twist on traditional shakshuka, complete with a rich, creamy, deeply flavored green sauce everyone will love! Make a batch for Sunday brunch or even a quick Dinner this week.

20. Chocolate Peppermint Truffles

Cute little snacks or treats that show precisely why chocolate and peppermint are such a great combination. The truffles are absolutely divine – some of my favorites!

21. Easy Peasy Kiwi Sorbet

This refreshing sorbet is perfect for warmer days and nutritionally a great choice! Kiwis are incredibly nutrient-dense, a good source of fiber, full of antioxidants, and packed with vitamin C. 

22. Green Goddess Avocado Toast

I love getting extra veggies in at breakfast anytime I can! You can also enjoy this as a snack or a lunch – really any time of day!

23. Lemon Roasted Green Cabbage

Cabbage is super low in calories and high in nutrients such as fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K, making it a super beneficial veggie that’ll aid you in reaching your health goals!

24. Glowing Green Goddess Smoothies

These smoothies are a meal preppers DREAM! You can prep these packets ahead of time, store them in your freezer, and then whip up a smoothie quickly when you’re ready for it. And the flavor combo is fantastic! 

25. Crispy Crunchy Chicken + Rice Herb Salad

Now is the time for lighter, fresher, and faster meals like this crispy chicken and rice herb salad. There are lots of different yet complementary flavors and textures happening in this bowl. Be sure to add this to your weekly meal plan this Spring!

That concludes our SUPER wide-range recipe round-up for the week!

From early morning breakfasts to fresh party snacks to warm comfort meals – everything you could possibly need for your Saint Patrick’s Day celebrations! 

So, what are your holiday plans? Let me know in the comments below! 

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