Sauteed Spinach with Pine Nuts
Brighten your table with the simple elegance of sautéed spinach with pine nuts, a quick and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for any meal. Tender spinach is wilted to perfection, paired with crunchy toasted pine nuts, and infused with the aromatic warmth of garlic and a drizzle of zesty lemon juice. This nutrient-packed recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, balancing vibrant greens with nutty richness and a touch of seasoning for a perfectly satisfying bite. Whether served alongside grilled protein or as part of a vegetarian spread, this easy dish adds a healthy yet indulgent twist to your plate. Perfect for busy weeknights, this sautéed spinach recipe blends wholesome ingredients with gourmet flair, ensuring a crowd-pleaser every time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups spinach
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat dry with paper towels or a salad spinner to remove excess water.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the pine nuts to the dry skillet and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and fragrant. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, add the spinach to the skillet (working in batches if necessary), and stir gently until the spinach wilts, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the spinach and stir to combine.
Add the toasted pine nuts back to the skillet and drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach. Toss everything together gently.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sautéed spinach with pine nuts to a serving dish. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
148 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.8 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.4 g | 7% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 387 mg | 17% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.4 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.6 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
