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Garlic Sautéed Spinach
5 from 66 votes

Garlic Sautéed Spinach

Garlic Sautéed Spinach is a vibrant side dish featuring tender baby spinach leaves cooked quickly in olive oil and infused with the aroma of minced garlic. The spinach is gently wilted over medium-high heat, allowing the garlic flavor to permeate without browning. The addition of salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances the natural green freshness, while the steaming step ensures a tender texture without becoming soggy. This preparation works well as a light accompaniment to a variety of main dishes.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 91 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 pound baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 garlic minced, cloves
  • salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
  • black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and saute for 30 seconds. You don't want the garlic browning too much.
  2. Add the baby spinach to the pan. It will be a big mound, and you can use your hands to pack it in. Use tongs or a spatula to carefully flip the spinach over, so that all of the pieces get covered in oil and garlic.
  3. Cover the pan for a minute to let it steam, then stir again. Repeat this process until the spinach is wilted down, about 5 minutes later.
  4. Season with salt and pepper, then serve.

Nutrition Information

Calories 91kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 90mg (4%) Potassium 642mg (14%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 10633IU (213%) Vitamin C 33mg (37%) Calcium 116mg (12%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 91

% Daily Value*

Calories 91kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 90mg 4%
Potassium 642mg 14%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 10633IU 213%
Vitamin C 33mg 37%
Calcium 116mg 12%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.