Lemon Garlic Spinach
Brighten up your plate with this quick and flavorful Lemon Garlic Spinach! This easy side dish combines tender, wilted spinach with the zesty tang of fresh lemon juice, a pinch of lemon zest, and the irresistible aroma of sautéed garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for special occasions. With just a handful of simple ingredients like fresh spinach, olive oil, and pantry staples, Lemon Garlic Spinach is both deeply nutritious and bursting with vibrant flavor. Serve it alongside roasted chicken, grilled fish, or as a refreshing complement to your favorite pasta dishes for a wholesome, delicious boost of greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches if needed, stirring gently to wilt the leaves evenly. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Once the spinach is wilted, drizzle in the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the top. Stir to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and cook for another minute to let the flavors meld together.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1411 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 7.9 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 81 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.
