Simple Spectacular Spinach
Elevate your vegetable side dish game with "Simple Spectacular Spinach," a quick, vibrant, and flavorful recipe perfect for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender, wilted fresh spinach with the bold flavors of garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of heat from optional red chili flakes. Ready in just 12 minutes from start to finish, it's a healthy, nutrient-packed option that pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or even as a topping for rice or pasta. With just a handful of pantry staples—olive oil, garlic, and spices—this recipe makes eating greens downright irresistible. Whether you're seeking a light side or a fresh addition to your main course, this simply spectacular spinach recipe is a go-to favorite for effortless elegance and flavor.
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Ingredients
- 10 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold water and pat it dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
Step 2
Heat a large skillet or pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Step 4
Add the fresh spinach to the pan, a few handfuls at a time, stirring frequently as it wilts down.
Step 5
Once all the spinach is wilted (about 5 minutes), reduce the heat to low and add the lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and optional red chili flakes for a bit of spice.
Step 6
Stir well to combine all the flavors and let it cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Step 7
Remove from heat and transfer the spinach to a serving dish. Serve immediately as a side dish or on top of your favorite protein or starch for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (355.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 343.0 |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1410.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.4g | |
| Protein 7.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 300.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 61.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories