Spinach and Peanuts
Elevate your vegetable side dishes with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Spinach and Peanuts recipe, a quick and flavorful dish that's ready in just 25 minutes! Fresh spinach is gently sautéed with aromatic garlic, onions, and a hint of green chili, while dry-roasted peanuts add a delightful crunch and nutty richness to every bite. A touch of ground turmeric enhances the dish with its earthy warmth and golden hue, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the flavors to perfection. This wholesome recipe is not only easy to prepare but also packed with plant-based protein, vitamins, and antioxidants, making it a perfect pairing for rice, bread, or even a light, standalone meal. Whether you're looking for a healthy dinner idea or a unique vegetarian side dish, Spinach and Peanuts will delight your taste buds and fit seamlessly into your busy weeknight rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 100 grams raw peanuts
- 1 medium-sized onion
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 piece green chili
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground turmeric
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and roughly chop it. Set aside.
Roughly chop the onion, mince the garlic, and finely slice the green chili.
Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat and add the raw peanuts. Dry roast them for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until they are golden and aromatic. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add 2 tablespoons of oil and allow it to heat up. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, or until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sliced green chili to the skillet, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Stir in the ground turmeric and sauté for 30 seconds to release its aroma.
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring after each addition to allow it to wilt down. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until the spinach is tender and the liquid has mostly evaporated.
Season the spinach with 0.5 teaspoons of salt (or to taste) and mix well.
Add the roasted peanuts to the skillet and stir to combine evenly.
Turn off the heat and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the dish. Mix well to enhance the flavors.
Serve warm as a side dish with rice or bread, or enjoy it as a light and healthy main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1028 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.2 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1588 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.4 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 618 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 22.0 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*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.
