Braised Spinach and Onion with Variations
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this savory and versatile Braised Spinach and Onion recipe, a delightfully simple dish that comes together in just 25 minutes. Tender spinach is delicately wilted with golden caramelized onions, enriched by a hint of garlic and optional aromatic nutmeg, creating a dish that's brimming with depth and flavor. Customize this recipe to your liking with optional toppings like creamy crumbled feta or a drizzle of bright lemon juice for a tangy twist. Perfect as a side dish for grilled meats, roasted veggies, or buttery crusty bread, this nutrient-packed dish is as comforting as it is elegant. Whether you're seeking a quick vegetarian side or an easy meal upgrade, this recipe’s versatility ensures it will become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 large yellow onion
- 12 ounces fresh spinach
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion into half-moons. Mince the garlic.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat until the butter melts and begins to foam.
Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until they soften and become golden brown.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring to wilt each handful before adding the next. This process should take about 3-4 minutes.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg (if using). Stir to combine.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the spinach and onion mixture, allowing it to melt slightly.
For a bright finish, drizzle with lemon juice just before serving.
Transfer the braised spinach and onion to a serving dish and serve warm. Pair with grilled meat, roasted vegetables, or crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 2118 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.9 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.1 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 636 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 82 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
