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Sautéed Spinach with Garlic

Prep: 20mins
Cook: 5mins
Total Time: 25mins
Yield: 4servings
Course: Side
Cuisine: American
Calories: 92kcal
Author: Jessica Gavin
Sauteed spinach is a quick and healthy side dish that elevates any meal. Using minced garlic infused into the cooking oil adds extra flavor.

Ingredients

  • 1pound(454g)spinachflat-leaf or curly-leaf spinach
  • 1tablespoon(10g)minced garlic
  • 2tablespoons(30ml)extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼teaspoonkosher salt
  • ¼teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1teaspoon(5ml)lemon juice

Special Equipment

Instructions

  • Remove the stems from the spinach. Wash and dry using a salad spinner. It’s okay if there is a little residual moisture on the leaves.
  • Heat a large pan over high heat then add 1 tablespoon olive oil.
  • Once the oil is hot add the spinach a few handfuls at a time. Stir to allow the leaves to slightly wilt before adding in the next handful.
  • Cook and stir constantly until the spinach is evenly wilted, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  • 将菠菜滤器和使用钳to squeeze out the excess liquid.
  • Dry the pan with paper towels.
  • Heat the pan over medium heat, then add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
  • Add garlic and saute until fragrant and lightly browned, 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Add back the drained spinach and stir to combine, cook for 30 seconds.
  • Turn off the heat and season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice then stir to combine.
  • Taste and season with more salt, pepper, and lemon juice as desired.
  • Transfer spinach to a bowl and serve warm.

Notes

  • This recipe yields about 2 cups sauteed spinach.
  • Serving Size:½cup

Nutrition

Calories:92kcal | Carbohydrates:5g | Protein:3g | Fat:7g | Saturated Fat:1g | Sodium:235mg | Potassium:633mg | Fiber:2g | Sugar:1g | Vitamin A:10633IU | Vitamin C:33mg | Calcium:116mg | Iron:3mg
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