Spinach with Dill
Brighten up your table with a simple yet flavorful dish of Spinach with Dill, an aromatic, nutrient-packed side that comes together in under 20 minutes. This Mediterranean-inspired recipe combines tender, wilted spinach with the fresh, herbaceous flavor of dill, elevated by a touch of garlic and a drizzle of zesty lemon juice. Sautéed in heart-healthy olive oil, this dish is perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and black pepper for a balanced and refreshing taste. Whether you're looking for a light accompaniment to grilled meats, a vibrant topping for grain bowls, or a low-carb vegetarian side, this quick and easy recipe will bring a burst of freshness and elegance to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 15 grams fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Chop the fresh dill finely and set it aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the spinach to the skillet, cooking and stirring occasionally until it starts to wilt, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the chopped dill, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted and infused with the dill flavor.
Remove the skillet from heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach. Stir to combine.
Transfer the dish to a serving bowl and serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1571 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 515 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 158 mg | 3% | |
*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.
