Simple Spinach Side Dish

Elevate your meals with this Simple Spinach Side Dish, a quick and healthy recipe perfect for busy weeknights or elegant dinners. Featuring tender fresh spinach sautéed with aromatic garlic and a touch of olive oil, this dish is seasoned simply with salt, black pepper, and a splash of zesty lemon juice for a fresh, tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy spinach recipe is a nutrient-packed side dish that pairs beautifully with everything from roasted chicken to creamy pasta. Perfect for those seeking a hassle-free, flavorful way to add more greens to the table, this vibrant side is sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

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Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

450 grams Fresh spinach
2 tablespoons Olive oil
2 whole Garlic cloves
0.5 teaspoons Salt
0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under cold running water and shake off excess water. Set it aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring gently to wilt it down. Continue adding spinach until all of it is in the pan.

Step 6

Season the spinach with salt and black pepper, and continue to sauté for 3-5 minutes until the spinach is tender and bright green.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice for a fresh, tangy finish.

Step 8

Transfer the spinach to a serving dish and serve warm as a side dish.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(502.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	373.7

Total Fat 28.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1524.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.2g	0%
Total Sugars 0.4g
Protein 11.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 436.7mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 47.0mg	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: 67.5%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 20.6%