Tomato Spinach Saute
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and healthy Tomato Spinach Sauté, a quick and flavorful dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, earthy fresh spinach, and aromatic garlic, all brought together by a drizzle of olive oil and a splash of zesty lemon juice, this recipe offers a perfect balance of freshness and warmth. Seasoned with a touch of salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a hint of spice, it’s an easy-to-make side dish that pairs beautifully with grains like rice or quinoa, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this sauté is a go-to choice for busy evenings when healthy and delicious cooking is a priority.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces garlic cloves
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 4 cups fresh spinach
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 2
Thinly slice the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden.
Step 3
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and start to release their juices.
Step 4
Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring as you go to help it wilt evenly. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes until all the spinach is wilted.
Step 5
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to taste. Stir well to combine.
Step 6
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle with lemon juice for a bright, fresh flavor.
Step 7
Serve immediately as a side dish or as a topping for rice, quinoa, or grilled protein. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 389.2 grams (389.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 338 |
| Total Fat 28.50g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat 4.40g | 22% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1287mg | 56% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.80g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.10g | 22% |
| Total Sugars 6.00g | |
| Protein 5.50g | 11% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 158mg | 12% |
| Iron 5mg | 28% |
| Potassium 579mg | 12% |
Source of Calories