Spiced Spinach with Yogurt
Elevate your side dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Spiced Spinach with Yogurt recipe, a perfect balance of hearty greens and aromatic spices. Fresh spinach is quickly sautéed with mustard seeds, cumin, garlic, and ginger, creating a warm, fragrant base enhanced by a hint of turmeric and red chili flakes. A finishing swirl of creamy yogurt and a squeeze of bright lemon juice add depth and tang, while a garnish of fresh cilantro ties it all together. This dish is not only quick to prepare in just 25 minutes but also versatile—serve it as a healthy side to rice or flatbreads, or enjoy it on its own for a light, satisfying meal. Bursting with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s a must-try for lovers of Indian-inspired vegetarian cuisine. Perfectly suited for weeknight dinners or special occasions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 200 grams plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly and roughly chop them. Set aside.
In a large skillet or pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the mustard seeds and cumin seeds to the hot oil. Stir for 30 seconds until they begin to crackle and release their aroma.
Stir in the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, but do not let them burn.
Add the turmeric powder, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine the spices.
Gradually add the chopped spinach to the pan. Stir continuously to help it wilt evenly.
Once all the spinach is wilted and tender (about 5–7 minutes), remove the pan from heat and add the lemon juice. Stir to combine.
Transfer the cooked spinach to a serving dish. Let it cool slightly for 2–3 minutes.
Spoon the plain yogurt over the spinach and gently swirl it into the dish to create a marbled effect.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy as a side dish or with rice or flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
545 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.8 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 2910 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.5 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 27.6 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 923 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 17.1 mg | 95% | |
| Potassium | 3422 mg | 73% | |
*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.
