High Protein Sauteed Spinach
Elevate your everyday greens with this High Protein Sautéed Spinach recipe, a quick and flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or as a nutritious side. Packed with fresh spinach, protein-rich chickpeas, and crunchy walnuts, this recipe combines hearty texture with vibrant flavor. Sautéed with aromatic garlic and red onion, then finished with a tangy splash of lemon juice and a sprinkle of crumbled feta, this dish is as satisfying as it is healthy. A hint of red chili flakes adds just the right kick, making it a well-rounded, high-protein vegetarian option. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and simple preparation that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it warm and enjoy a delicious boost of nutrients and flavor!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup walnuts, chopped
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red chili flakes
Directions
Step 1
Wash the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly in cold water, and allow them to drain or pat them dry with paper towels.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic and chopped red onion to the skillet. Sauté for about 2 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
Step 4
Add the chickpeas to the skillet and stir well. Cook for another 3 minutes until the chickpeas begin to brown slightly.
Step 5
Add the chopped walnuts to the skillet and sauté for an additional minute to toast them lightly.
Step 6
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the spinach to the skillet. It will look like a lot, but it will wilt quickly. Stir continuously until the spinach has wilted completely, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Sprinkle the lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes over the spinach mixture and stir to combine.
Step 8
Remove the skillet from the heat and top the sauteed spinach with crumbled feta cheese.
Step 9
Serve the high protein sautéed spinach warm as a standalone dish or as a side. Enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1040.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1281.0 |
| Total Fat 87.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 17.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 50mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2916.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 92.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.1g | |
| Protein 50.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 945.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 21.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3788.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories