Heart-Healthy Simple Stir-Fried Spinach
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with our Heart-Healthy Simple Stir-Fried Spinach! This quick and easy recipe combines fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and a touch of extra virgin olive oil for a vibrant, nutrient-packed dish that's perfect for busy weeknights. A splash of zesty lemon juice and low-sodium soy sauce adds a delightful depth of flavor, while black pepper enhances the natural earthiness of the spinach. Ready in just 15 minutes, this low-calorie and antioxidant-rich dish is ideal for those seeking wholesome, heart-healthy meals. Serve it as a light main course or a savory side dish to complement grilled proteins or whole grains. Your taste buds—and your heart—will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon low-sodium soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold running water and shake off excess water.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the spinach to the skillet. Toss the spinach gently using tongs or a spatula to coat it in the garlic oil.
Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the spinach has wilted down, stirring occasionally.
Drizzle the lemon juice and soy sauce over the spinach and mix well to combine.
Season with black pepper, adjust to taste, and mix again.
Serve immediately as a nutritious side dish or a light main course. Enjoy your heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
239 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 473 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.2 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.4 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 66 mg | 1% | |
*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.
