Sauteed Fresh Spinach
Transform your greens with this quick, flavorful recipe for Sautéed Fresh Spinach, a vibrant and healthy side dish ready in just 10 minutes! This easy recipe highlights the natural goodness of fresh spinach, sautéed to tender perfection with olive oil and fragrant minced garlic. A dash of salt and black pepper enhances the flavors, while an optional squeeze of lemon juice adds a zesty brightness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this dish is low-carb, keto-friendly, and packed with nutrients. Serve it alongside grilled proteins or toss it into your favorite pasta for a simple yet elegant meal upgrade!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly to remove any dirt or grit and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat for about 1 minute, until shimmering but not smoking.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring constantly to avoid burning.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet a handful at a time, stirring frequently to allow it to wilt evenly. Continue adding spinach as it cooks down.
Once all the spinach is wilted, sprinkle in the salt and black pepper, stirring to combine evenly.
Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the spinach is tender but still bright green.
If desired, finish with a drizzle of lemon juice for a fresh, tangy flavor.
Remove from heat and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.0 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2707 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.2 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 442 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 41 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.
