Spinach Sauteed with Raisins and Pine Nuts
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed "Spinach Sautéed with Raisins and Pine Nuts" recipe. Featuring tender, fresh spinach leaves sautéed to perfection with golden raisins and toasted pine nuts, this dish effortlessly combines savory and sweet flavors for a Mediterranean-inspired delight. The subtle nuttiness from the pine nuts, the natural sweetness of the plump raisins, and the aromatic hint of garlic come together in just 20 minutes, making it a quick and healthy choice for any occasion. Perfect as a side dish for grilled meats, fish, or as part of a vegetarian feast, this recipe is both elegant and incredibly easy to prepare. Packed with earthy, wholesome ingredients, this spinach sauté is sure to become a go-to addition to your culinary repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 450 g fresh spinach
- 3 tbsp pine nuts
- 3 tbsp raisins
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 unit garlic cloves
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and trim any tough stems. Pat dry with a clean towel or salad spinner.
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and set aside.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the pine nuts. Toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the raisins to the skillet along with 2 tablespoons of water. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the raisins to plump up slightly.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches if necessary, stirring gently to wilt the leaves. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Season the spinach with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the spinach and gently combine.
Transfer the dish to a serving plate or bowl and serve immediately as a side dish or part of a Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
670 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.6 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g | 28% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1536 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.6 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.0 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 468 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.9 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 503 mg | 11% | |
*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.
