Easy Vegan Spinach Naan for Toddlers & Families

My toddler absolutely loves bread — any kind of bread. So I made it my mission to sneak a few extra nutrients into the ones he munches on! By blending fresh spinach right into the dough, this naan gets a gentle boost of greens while staying soft, fluffy, and delicious.

Made with simple ingredients like flour, soy yogurt, and fresh spinach, this homemade naan is cooked in a pan and ready in minutes. It’s perfect for dipping into curries, scooping up dal, or serving alongside your favourite family meals. Or just like my toddler loves it — bite-sized pieces on the go.

I don’t know a lot about toddlers yet as he is my first and we don’t have a lot of friends with children, but do all of them love bread that much? Mine is obsessed with it. There was a while when we had to hide bread on the table, because as soon as he spotted it he would refuse to eat anything else and demand the bread. That’s how I started creating healthier breads, so we wouldn’t have to hide them anymore. Let me know in the comments if your little one is also a bread addict!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Hidden greens for picky eaters — Fresh spinach is blended right into the dough, making this naan a delicious way to add extra nutrients without anyone noticing.
• Soft, fluffy and easy to tear — The naan stays wonderfully soft, making it ideal for little hands to grab, dip, and enjoy. Perfect for BLW.
• Simple ingredients you probably already have — No complicated steps or hard-to-find ingredients. Just pantry staples and a handful of spinach.
• Quick stovetop recipe — No oven required! These spinach naan cook in just a few minutes in a hot pan.
• Perfect for family meals — Serve them alongside curries, soups, hummus, or use them as wraps for easy lunches.
• Great for meal prep — Make a batch ahead of time and freeze them for quick toddler lunches or busy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Spinach

Fresh spinach is blended into the dough, adding natural color and a boost of nutrients like iron and vitamins. It’s a great way to sneak greens into meals for kids.

Flour

All-purpose flour creates soft and fluffy naan. You can also substitute part of it with whole wheat flour for a slightly nuttier flavor and extra fiber.

Yogurt

Yogurt makes the dough tender and adds a slight tang that gives naan its classic flavor.

Self-raising flour

Self-raising flour already contains a leavening agent and salt, which helps the naan become soft and fluffy without needing yeast or baking powder.

Olive Oil

A little oil keeps the dough soft and prevents the naan from drying out.

Salt

Just enough salt enhances the flavor of the bread.

Water or Milk

Used to bring the dough together and create a soft, workable texture.

What is spinach naan?

Spinach naan is a soft, pan-cooked flatbread made by blending fresh spinach into the dough. It’s a healthier twist on traditional naan, adding extra nutrients while keeping the texture light, fluffy, and easy to tear.

How to make spinach naan

Making spinach naan at home is simple and comes together in just a few easy steps:

1. Blend the spinach

Blend the fresh baby spinach, yogurt, and salt in a high-speed blender until smooth and creamy.

2. Make the dough

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and combine it with the self-raising flour. Knead until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Add a little extra flour if needed.

3. Shape the spinach naan

Divide the dough into 4 equal portions and shape them into flat rounds. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil.

4. Cook the spinach naan

Heat a pan over medium heat and cook each spinach naan for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.

5. Serve

These spinach naan are perfect served with curries, hummus, as a quick toddler-friendly snack, or with my Harissa Roasted Bellpepper Hummus.

Variations

• Make it whole wheat by replacing part of the flour
• Add garlic to create a garlic spinach naan
• Add fresh herbs like coriander for extra flavour
• Make mini spinach naan for toddlers or lunchboxes

Tips For Toddlers

1. Cut into small pieces — Cut the spinach naan into small strips or squares so they’re easier to hold and chew.
2. Serve with dips — My little one loves dipping! Try hummus, yogurt sauce, mashed avocado, or a delicious curry.
3. Make mini naans — Divide the dough into smaller portions for tiny hands.
4. Adjust the salt — Leave salt out for babies under 12 months.
5. Add extra veggies — Blend in zucchini or peas alongside the spinach for even more nutrients.
6. Great for lunchboxes — Stays soft, perfect with hummus and cucumber.
7. Use as a wrap — Fill with mashed beans, avocado, tofu scramble, or roasted vegetables.

Storage

Refrigerator

Store leftover spinach naan in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them briefly in a pan, air fryer or toaster to bring back their softness.

Freezer

These naan freeze very well. Let them cool completely, then stack them with parchment paper between each piece and place them in a freezer-safe bag. They will keep for up to 2 months.

Reheating

Warm the naan in a dry pan for about 30–60 seconds per side, or toast lightly. You can also microwave them for about 20 seconds to make them soft again.

Serve With

• Curries and dal
• Hummus and other dips
• Soups and stews
• As a wrap with avocado, beans, or roasted vegetables