Sautéed Spinach
Sautéed Spinach is a quick, healthy side dish made with fresh spinach, garlic, and olive oil. It’s tender, flavorful, and ready in minutes—perfect for pairing with any main course.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéed
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh spinach, washed and trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add spinach in batches, stirring as it wilts.
- Continue cooking for 3–5 minutes until all spinach is wilted and tender.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Optional: Finish with lemon juice and red pepper flakes for brightness and heat.
- Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Spinach shrinks significantly when cooked—use more than you think.
- Cook uncovered to allow moisture to evaporate.
- Add toasted nuts or a splash of cream for variation.
- Use baby spinach for a quicker, milder version.
- Pairs well with eggs, fish, chicken, and grains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
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