Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Spinach

Elevate your mealtime with this vibrant and healthy Mediterranean Diet Simple Stir-Fried Spinach recipe, a quick and flavorful dish packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. Fresh spinach is stir-fried to tender perfection in heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, then infused with the bold aromas of garlic and a zesty squeeze of lemon juice. Toasted pine nuts and crumbled feta cheese add a delightful crunch and creamy finish, perfectly complementing the savory garlic and citrus notes. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is as easy as it is delicious, making it an ideal choice for a quick side dish or a light vegetarian main course. Highlighting Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted proteins or a slice of crusty whole-grain bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 medium lemon
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons pine nuts
• 50 grams feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water and trim any long stems.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Juice the lemon and set aside. You will need about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.

Step 4

In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the sliced garlic to the skillet. Stir frequently and cook for about 1 minute or until the garlic is fragrant. Be careful not to let it brown.

Step 6

Add the pine nuts to the skillet and toast them for another 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly until they are golden brown.

Step 7

Increase the heat to medium-high and add the rinsed spinach to the skillet, working in batches if necessary. Stir-fry the spinach for about 2-3 minutes or until wilted and tender.

Step 8

Season the spinach with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the lemon juice over the spinach, tossing everything to combine evenly.

Step 10

Transfer the stir-fried spinach to a serving bowl, and crumble the feta cheese over the top before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately, either as a side dish or as a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(567.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	614.3

Total Fat 50.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 2039.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 26.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.3g	0%
Total Sugars 2.2g
Protein 20.1g	0%

Vitamin D 8IU	0%
Calcium 659.5mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 255.5mg	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: 70.9%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 16.6%