Steamed Spinach With Garlic And Lemon
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Steamed Spinach With Garlic And Lemon
Description
This recipe uses fresh spinach leaves washed and dried, steamed in a covered deep skillet with a small amount of water. The leaves are steamed just until wilted, about 3-5 minutes, ensuring they remain tender without becoming soggy or overcooked. The spinach is then drained, pressing out as much liquid as possible to avoid a watery dish.
The spinach is seasoned simply with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, then drizzled with melted butter for richness and finished with fresh lemon juice that lends a bright, acidic note balancing the greens. This preparation results in a mild, well-seasoned vegetable side with a softly textured leaf and subtle aromatic garlic flavor.
Steamed spinach like this makes for an easy addition to many meals, providing a nutritious vegetable component that can be served warm or at room temperature. It pairs well alongside roasted, grilled, or pan-seared proteins and complements dishes needing a fresh green side.
Using a tight-fitting lid is important to keep enough steam circulating to cook the spinach evenly without evaporating all the water. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for a few days and can be gently reheated in the microwave covered at low power to avoid drying out.
Ingredients
- 1 pound spinach washed and dried, leaves
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons butter melted
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Place the spinach leaves in a large (12-inch), deep skillet. Add ¼ cup of water.
- Cover tightly (ideally with a clear lid so you can peek) and turn the heat to medium-high. When the spinach starts to steam, turn the heat to medium, and gently steam until the leaves are just wilted, 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked spinach to a colander. Press on it with the back of a large serving spoon to extract as much liquid as you can.
- Transfer the spinach to a serving plate. Sprinkle it with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drizzle it with melted butter and lemon juice. Mix and serve. You can top the spinach with an additional pat of butter if you wish.
Notes
- Use a tight-fitting lid on your skillet to keep steam inside and prevent the spinach from drying out during cooking.
- A clear lid helps monitor the spinach to avoid overcooking and preserves its bright green color and tenderness.
- Leftover spinach can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheated gently to maintain texture.
- Press cooked spinach to remove excess moisture to avoid watery dishes before serving.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 78 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25recipe | |
| Calories | 78kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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