Elevate your veggie game with this easy and flavorful "Quick Spinach" recipe, the perfect side dish for any meal! Featuring tender, fresh spinach cooked to perfection in just 10 minutes, this dish is a blend of simplicity and vibrant flavor. Sautéed garlic enhances the natural earthiness of spinach, while a touch of olive oil ensures every bite is silky and rich. A sprinkle of salt and black pepper adds balance, and a final drizzle of tangy lemon juice creates a refreshing finish that’s both healthy and delicious. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick sautéed spinach recipe is gluten-free, vegan, and packed with nutrients. Serve it alongside grilled proteins or over a bed of rice for a wholesome meal everyone will love!
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or use a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring occasionally as it begins to wilt. This should take 2–3 minutes.
Season the spinach with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine.
Once the spinach is fully wilted and vibrant green, remove the skillet from heat.
Drizzle the spinach with lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Serve immediately while warm. Enjoy!
Calories |
211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2590 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.2 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 44 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.