Desperate Spinach
Transform your weeknight dinners with this quick, vibrant, and flavor-packed recipe for "Desperate Spinach." This easy sautéed spinach dish combines tender fresh spinach with the bold flavors of garlic, a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, and a bright finish of fresh lemon juice—all in just 10 minutes! Perfect as a healthy side dish or served atop grains for a light, satisfying meal, this recipe uses simple pantry staples like olive oil and kosher salt to create something truly crave-worthy. Bursting with nutrients and requiring minimal effort, "Desperate Spinach" is the ultimate solution for busy days when you need a wholesome, delicious dish on the table fast.
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Ingredients
- 10 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Wash the spinach thoroughly to remove any grit or dirt. Pat dry with a kitchen towel or use a salad spinner.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
Step 4
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and stir for an additional 10 seconds to release their flavor.
Step 5
Toss in the spinach, adding it a handful at a time, and stir gently to coat the leaves in the garlic oil. The spinach will begin to wilt quickly.
Step 6
Add the kosher salt and black pepper, and continue stirring for another 2-3 minutes until the spinach is fully wilted and tender.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach. Give it a final toss to combine.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a side dish or over cooked grains for a quick meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (353.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 344.0 |
| Total Fat 28.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 524.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.5g | |
| Protein 7.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 303.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 70.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories