Mushroom and Spinach Side Dish
Elevate your meal with this quick and flavorful Mushroom and Spinach Side Dish, a perfect complement to any main course! Sautéed to perfection, tender cremini or button mushrooms meet nutrient-packed baby spinach in a harmonious blend of textures and earthy flavors. Infused with the bold, aromatic notes of garlic and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this dish is seasoned simply with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this low-effort, high-impact recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether you're serving it alongside roasted meats, grilled fish, or as part of a vegetarian spread, this versatile side dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 12 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
- 6 cups baby spinach
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil and unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter is melted and begins to bubble.
Mince the garlic cloves, then add them to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and spread them out in an even layer. Let them cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are browned and tender.
Once the mushrooms are cooked, add the baby spinach to the skillet in handfuls, stirring gently as it begins to wilt. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the mushrooms and spinach, then season the dish with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Remove the skillet from heat and give the dish one final stir. Adjust seasoning to taste if needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish alongside your favorite main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
251 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1342 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.1 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1182 mg | 25% | |
*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.
