Elevate your side dish game with this classic Spanish recipe, Spinach with Pine Nuts and Almonds (Espinacas con Piñones y Almendras). Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this dish combines tender, wilted spinach with the crunch of toasted pine nuts and sliced almonds, the sweetness of plump raisins, and the aromatic kick of sautéed garlic. A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil ties it all together for a perfectly balanced dish that’s both nutritious and satisfying. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a versatile addition to your table, whether served as a healthy side or paired with crusty bread for a light, vegetarian meal. Perfect for lovers of wholesome ingredients and vibrant Spanish-inspired cuisine!
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold running water and let it drain in a colander. If the spinach leaves are large, chop them roughly.
Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves.
Place a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and sliced almonds to the dry pan and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn golden and fragrant. Remove them from the pan and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, ensuring it doesn't burn.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently to wilt it down. Once all the spinach is added and wilted, cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender.
Stir in the raisins, toasted pine nuts, and sliced almonds. Mix well to combine.
Season with salt and ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it with crusty bread for a light meal.
Calories |
1082 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 89.5 g | 115% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2751 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 27.0 g | 54% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 635 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 819 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.