Italian Spinach Saute
Transform your side dish game with this quick and flavorful Italian Spinach Sauté—a healthy, one-pan recipe bursting with Mediterranean charm. Tender baby spinach is sautéed to perfection in golden olive oil with fragrant minced garlic and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice brightens the dish, while a final sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese adds a rich, savory finish. Ready in just 12 minutes, this easy garlic spinach recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or as a nutritious accompaniment to pasta, grilled chicken, or fish. Perfect for those seeking a low-carb, nutrient-packed, and irresistibly delicious addition to their meal plan!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 whole (minced) garlic cloves
- 12 ounces baby spinach
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant and slightly golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 3
Add the baby spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently to allow it to wilt evenly.
Step 4
Once all the spinach is added and wilted, sprinkle in the red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Continue sautéing for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the spinach to cook down completely.
Step 6
Drizzle the lemon juice over the spinach and give it a final stir.
Step 7
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the spinach to a serving dish.
Step 8
Sprinkle the spinach with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 409.3 grams (409.3g) |
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| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 398 |
| Total Fat 31.20g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat 6.40g | 32% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium 1612mg | 70% |
| Total Carbohydrate 17.80g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.90g | 32% |
| Total Sugars 0.40g | |
| Protein 13.00g | 26% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 455mg | 35% |
| Iron 11mg | 63% |
| Potassium 83mg | 2% |
Source of Calories