Wilted Spinach with Bacon
Elevate your weeknight vegetable game with this flavorful and easy-to-make Wilted Spinach with Bacon recipe. Tender baby spinach is quickly sautéed in a savory mix of crispy bacon drippings, olive oil, and fragrant garlic, creating a side dish that’s both simple and indulgent. A touch of seasoning and optional red pepper flakes add just the right pop of flavor, while the crunchy bacon crumbles bring an irresistible smoky finish. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for pairing with roasted meats or as a low-carb addition to your meal, this recipe is a foolproof way to turn humble greens into a show-stopping dish. With its rich, savory aroma and comforting textures, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces baby spinach
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the baby spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels or use a salad spinner to remove excess moisture.
Slice the bacon into small strips and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon strips and cook until crispy, stirring occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the bacon is crispy, use a slotted spoon to remove it from the skillet and transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels. Leave about 1-2 tablespoons of bacon grease in the skillet.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté it in the bacon grease for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Drizzle in the olive oil, then add the spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently to help it wilt evenly. This process should take about 2-3 minutes.
Season the wilted spinach with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the crispy bacon pieces over the spinach.
Transfer the wilted spinach with bacon to a serving dish and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 32 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1388 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.7 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 192 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.
