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How to Make Natural Green Food Coloring
Easy step-by-step instructions to make your own natural green food coloring for baking and cooking.
Prep Time
2
mins
Active Time
15
mins
Total Time
2
mins
Yield:
2
cups
Author:
Lauren Sharifi, MPH RD LDN
Equipment
Blender
Materials
2
cups
fresh spinach leaves
1
cup
water
Instructions
In a medium sauce pan add spinach and water. Bring water to a boil and cook for 15 minutes.
Let cool. Add spinach and water to blender or food processor. Process until smooth.
Pour liquid through a strainer to remove any large pieces.
Store liquid in air tight container in fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 4 months.
Notes
You can also use frozen spinach. Add 1/3 cup frozen spinach (versus 2 cups fresh)