Low Fat Sauteed Spinach
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and nutritious Low Fat Sautéed Spinach! Packed with fresh flavors, this quick and easy recipe transforms tender spinach leaves into a fragrant, zesty delight by sautéing them with golden garlic, a hint of lemon juice, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the perfect healthy side dish for busy weeknights or a low-calorie accompaniment to your favorite main course. With minimal olive oil and simple seasoning, this low-fat recipe highlights the natural goodness of spinach while delivering bold, satisfying flavors. Serve it warm and enjoy a wholesome, guilt-free addition to your meal!
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Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt. Shake off the excess water but no need to dry them completely.
Step 2
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 4
Once the oil is hot, add the sliced garlic and saute for about 1-2 minutes, until the garlic becomes fragrant and starts to turn golden brown. Be cautious not to burn the garlic.
Step 5
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring continuously. As the spinach wilts, you can add more until all of it is in the pan.
Step 6
Continue to saute the spinach for about 3-4 minutes, or until all the leaves are wilted and vibrant green in color.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and add lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine all the flavors.
Step 8
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately as a low-fat side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (545.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 267.4 |
| Total Fat 15.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1582.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 24.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 2.1g | |
| Protein 16.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 524.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2865.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories