Spanish Spinach
Turn simple greens into a vibrant, flavor-packed dish with this authentic Spanish Spinach recipe. Featuring tender, fresh spinach sautéed in fragrant extra-virgin olive oil with golden garlic, smoky paprika, and earthy cumin, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is a true celebration of bold yet wholesome flavors. A splash of tangy sherry vinegar brightens the palate, while optional toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch and nutty undertone. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect as a warm side dish or a light vegetarian main course, especially when paired with crusty bread. Indulge in the essence of Spanish cooking with this simple yet satisfying dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams Spinach (fresh)
- 3 units Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground paprika (sweet or smoked)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Pine nuts (optional, toasted)
Instructions
Rinse the spinach thoroughly and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet or frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden and fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the paprika and cumin, then cook for 30 seconds to release their aromas.
Add the fresh spinach in batches, stirring frequently to wilt the leaves evenly. Once the first batch wilts down, add more spinach until all 400 grams are in the pan.
Season the spinach with salt and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
Drizzle with the sherry vinegar and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
If using pine nuts, sprinkle them on top as a garnish before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
594 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.1 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1507 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.5 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 437 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2444 mg | 52% | |
*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.
