Spinach and Tomatoes

Brighten up your plate with this simple yet savory Spinach and Tomatoes recipe, a quick and nutritious side dish that bursts with Mediterranean flavors. Featuring tender, wilted spinach and sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes sautéed with fragrant garlic, olive oil, and a hint of dried oregano, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish. A sprinkle of red chili flakes provides optional heat, while the vibrant colors make it as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect as a healthy accompaniment to your favorite protein or piled over grains like quinoa or rice, this easy recipe is a versatile addition to your weeknight rotation. With minimal prep and pantry-staple seasonings, Spinach and Tomatoes is proof that wholesome eating doesn’t need to be complicated.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams fresh spinach
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 units garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and let it drain in a colander. Set aside.

Step 2

Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half lengthwise.

Step 3

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Once the oil is hot, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly to avoid burning.

Step 6

Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and sprinkle with dried oregano. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes start to soften and release their juices.

Step 7

Add the spinach to the skillet in batches if necessary, allowing each batch to wilt slightly before adding more. Stir gently to combine.

Step 8

Season the mixture with salt, ground black pepper, and optional red chili flakes. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the spinach is fully wilted and tender.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sautéed spinach and tomatoes to a serving plate.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or as a topping for grains like quinoa or rice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(488.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	360.5

Total Fat 28.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1384.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 5.3g
Protein 8.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 277.8mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 512.8mg	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: 70.0%

Protein: 8.8%

Carbs: 21.2%