Spinach with Sesame Seed
Elevate your side dish game with this flavorful recipe for Spinach with Sesame Seed—an irresistible combination of tender, garlicky spinach and the nutty crunch of toasted sesame seeds. This quick and healthy recipe is packed with flavor, thanks to the umami-rich soy sauce and aromatic sesame oil, creating a perfectly balanced dish that comes together in just 20 minutes. Ideal as a savory side or light snack, this recipe is simple to prepare yet bursting with wholesome goodness, using fresh spinach and pantry staples you likely already have. Garnished with golden sesame seeds for a satisfying crunch, this dish pairs beautifully with rice, grilled proteins, or even as a topping for ramen. Wholesome, versatile, and effortlessly delicious—this is your next go-to recipe for a vibrant boost of greens!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons Sesame seeds
- 1.5 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Sesame oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Wash the spinach thoroughly under cold running water to remove any dirt or grit. Set it aside to drain.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sesame seeds for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Set the toasted sesame seeds aside in a small bowl.
In the same skillet, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, tossing it gently with tongs to coat it evenly in the sesame oil and garlic.
Sprinkle the salt over the spinach and add the water. Cover the skillet with a lid and let the spinach steam for 3-4 minutes, or until wilted.
Remove the lid and stir in the soy sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Transfer the cooked spinach to a serving dish and sprinkle the toasted sesame seeds on top.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it as a light, healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.0 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1844 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 17.6 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 500 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.3 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 168 mg | 4% | |
*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.
