Marinated Spinach

Transform your greens into a flavorful masterpiece with this quick and easy Marinated Spinach recipe! Perfectly blanched fresh spinach is elevated with a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, and a hint of honey for sweetness, while a touch of garlic, salt, and black pepper adds depth and balance. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds, this dish is light yet packed with bold, savory flavor. Ready in under 15 minutes, this chilled spinach salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or healthy appetizer. It’s the perfect addition to any meal, combining simplicity with delicious, nutrient-rich ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:2 mins

Total Time:12 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach thoroughly and pat it dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Blanch the spinach by adding it to the boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Drain and gently squeeze out any excess water.

Step 3

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 4

Transfer the blanched spinach to a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the spinach and gently toss to ensure all the leaves are coated evenly.

Step 5

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and give it one final toss.

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and marinate the spinach.

Step 7

Serve the marinated spinach chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	411.2 grams (411.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	548

Total Fat 47.10g	60%
Saturated Fat 7.30g	37%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1401mg	61%
Total Carbohydrate 22.30g	8%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 6.70g
Protein 10.80g	22%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308mg	24%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 153mg	3%

*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: 76.2%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 16.0%