Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Spinach
Whip up a quick and nutritious side dish with this Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Spinach recipe! Featuring fresh spinach sautéed to perfection in extra virgin olive oil, aromatic garlic, and toasted pine nuts, this dish packs a punch of flavor in just 15 minutes. A splash of zesty lemon juice brightens the earthy greens, while a crumble of creamy feta cheese adds a savory finish. Packed with wholesome Mediterranean ingredients, this recipe is light yet satisfying, making it an ideal accompaniment to grilled seafood or a light vegetarian main. Perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners, this dish is a testament to how simple ingredients can create a flavorful harmony.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 50 grams feta cheese
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water and trim any long stems.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Juice the lemon and set aside. You will need about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.
In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for about 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant. Be careful not to let it brown.
Add the pine nuts to the skillet and toast them for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until they are golden brown.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the rinsed spinach to the skillet, working in batches if necessary. Stir-fry the spinach for about 2-3 minutes or until wilted and tender.
Season the spinach with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle the lemon juice over the spinach, tossing everything to combine evenly.
Transfer the stir-fried spinach to a serving bowl, and crumble the feta cheese over the top before serving.
Serve immediately, either as a side dish or as a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
614 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2040 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 20.1 g | 40% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 660 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 14.6 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 256 mg | 5% | |
*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.
