Wilted Garlic Spinach
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Wilted Garlic Spinach recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and bold taste. Made with nutrient-packed fresh spinach, fragrant sautéed garlic, and a touch of olive oil, this dish comes together in just 10 minutes. A hint of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while a squeeze of lemon juice brightens the flavors. Ideal as a healthy side for weeknight dinners or a vibrant addition to your holiday spread, this recipe showcases how a few staple ingredients can transform into a delicious, low-carb, and vitamin-rich dish. Enjoy it fresh off the skillet for ultimate flavor and texture.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 10 cups fresh spinach
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoons lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel or a salad spinner.
Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely or slice them thinly, depending on your preference.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the minced or sliced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches if necessary. Use tongs to toss the spinach, allowing it to wilt down evenly.
Season the spinach with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue tossing until all the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and, if desired, drizzle the spinach with lemon juice for added brightness.
Transfer the wilted spinach to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.1 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1410 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.0 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 50 mg | 1% | |
*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.
