Braised Spinach with Garlic Onion and Pine Nuts

Elevate your vegetable side dish game with this flavorful recipe for Braised Spinach with Garlic, Onion, and Pine Nuts. Tender spinach is gently wilted in a mouthwatering mixture of sautéed onions and garlic, enriched with a blend of olive oil and butter for a velvety texture. Crunchy, golden-toasted pine nuts provide the perfect nutty contrast, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens every bite. Ready in just 25 minutes, this elegant yet easy dish is an ideal accompaniment to roasted meats or grilled seafood and perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals alike. Bursting with savory, nutty, and citrusy notes, this recipe transforms simple greens into an unforgettable culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 large Garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons Pine nuts
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold water and drain well. If the leaves are large, roughly chop them. Set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the yellow onion. Peel and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the pine nuts from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pan, add the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.

Step 6

Gradually add the spinach to the pan in batches, stirring each batch until it wilts before adding the next. This should take about 5-6 minutes in total.

Step 7

Season the spinach with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the spinach and drizzle with fresh lemon juice. Stir gently to incorporate.

Step 9

Remove the pan from heat and transfer the braised spinach to a serving dish. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(643.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	682.4

Total Fat 57.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.4g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 349.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.8g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 15.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 456.8mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 339.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.6%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 17.6%