Spinach and Walnuts
Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Spinach and Walnuts recipe, a delicious medley of tender sautéed spinach, crunchy toasted walnuts, and the fragrant kick of garlic, all brought together with a zesty splash of lemon juice. In just 20 minutes, you can create this wholesome, plant-based dish that’s perfect as a side or a light entrée. The toasted walnuts add a rich, nutty flavor while providing a satisfying crunch, beautifully complementing the garlicky spinach. With heart-healthy olive oil, a hint of black pepper, and a touch of salt, this quick and easy recipe delivers bold flavors with minimal effort. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a show-stopping addition to a dinner spread, this dish is as nutritious as it is delicious. Keywords: sautéed spinach, toasted walnuts, garlicky spinach, healthy side dish, quick vegetarian recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams fresh spinach
- 50 grams walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under running water and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel.
Slice the garlic cloves thinly and set aside.
Roughly chop the walnuts and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Once fragrant and golden, set aside in a small bowl.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until it becomes fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the spinach to the skillet, stirring frequently, and cook for 3-4 minutes until wilted and tender.
Sprinkle in the toasted walnuts, salt, and black pepper, and stir well to combine.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach and walnuts, then give everything a final stir.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the dish to a serving bowl or plate.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light entrée, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.7 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 26.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2553 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 275 mg | 6% | |
*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.
