Steamed Spinach with Herbs
Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and nutritious Steamed Spinach with Herbs recipe, a quick and healthy side dish that's bursting with fresh, herbaceous flavor. Tender, steamed spinach is delicately tossed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, then brightened with a zesty splash of lemon juice. A harmonious blend of fresh parsley and dill adds a refreshing, earthy aroma, while a touch of salt and black pepper rounds out the dish perfectly. Ready in just 15 minutes from start to finish, this light yet flavorful recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a complement to hearty main courses. Low in calories, rich in nutrients, and full of bright, simple ingredients, it's the perfect go-to dish for healthy eating enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit, and shake off excess water.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Chop the parsley and dill finely, and set them aside.
In a large pot or steamer, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil over medium heat.
Place the spinach in the steamer basket, cover, and steam for 3–4 minutes or until the spinach is wilted and tender. Remove the spinach from the steamer and set aside to drain any excess moisture.
In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the steamed spinach to the skillet. Toss gently to coat the spinach with the garlic and olive oil.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley, dill, salt, and black pepper over the spinach, and toss again until the herbs and seasonings are evenly distributed.
Drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach and give it a final toss.
Transfer the steamed spinach with herbs to a serving dish and serve immediately. Enjoy your healthy and flavorful side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
378 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1567 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.6 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.7 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 123 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.
