Mom's Italian Spinach

Embrace the comforting flavors of "Mom's Italian Spinach," a quick and delicious side dish that brings rustic Italian charm to your table. This recipe features tender, freshly wilted spinach sautéed with aromatic garlic in rich olive oil, then lightly steamed for perfect texture. A generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds a salty, nutty finish, while optional red pepper flakes offer a subtle kick for spice lovers. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish is a crowd-pleaser, pairing effortlessly with pasta, grilled meats, or fish. Perfect for weeknight dinners or family gatherings, "Mom's Italian Spinach" is a healthy, flavorful addition to your meal repertoire!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 16 oz fresh spinach
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tbsp water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 4

Add the spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring often to help it wilt evenly. Once the first batch begins to wilt, add the next batch until all the spinach is in the pan.

Step 5

Sprinkle the water over the spinach and cover the skillet with a lid. Allow the spinach to steam for 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the lid, stir in the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.

Step 8

Turn off the heat and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the spinach. Toss to combine and let the cheese melt slightly.

Step 9

Transfer the spinach to a serving dish and serve immediately as a side dish to complement pasta, grilled meats, or fish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(603.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	696.4

Total Fat 52.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 2888.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 0.0g
Protein 43.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1326.1mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 44.8mg	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: 65.0%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 10.8%