Spinach Mushroom and Red Pepper Saute
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant Spinach Mushroom and Red Pepper Sauté, a quick and wholesome dish bursting with fresh flavors. Tender spinach, earthy mushrooms, and sweet red bell peppers come together in a medley of color and texture, perfectly seasoned with garlic, a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes, and a zesty splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 25 minutes, this nutrient-rich recipe makes an excellent side dish or can be served over rice or quinoa for a satisfying vegetarian main. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, it’s a great go-to for healthy, delicious cooking. Ideal for those seeking easy plant-based recipes, this sauté is both quick and packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 2 cups white or cremini mushrooms
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the spinach, mushrooms, and red bell pepper.
Slice the mushrooms thinly and set aside.
Core and thinly slice the red bell pepper into strips.
Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their water and begin to brown.
Add the red bell pepper strips to the skillet and sauté for another 3-4 minutes until they start to soften.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring constantly to wilt it evenly.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and (if desired) red pepper flakes.
Squeeze the lemon juice over the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine.
Remove from heat and serve immediately. Enjoy as a side dish or on top of rice or quinoa for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
372 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1286 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.7 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 820 mg | 17% | |
*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.
