Sauteed Spinach Recipe (Easy in 6 Minutes!)

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this Sauteed Spinach Recipe A quick and easy way to enjoy this nutrient-dense vegetable – and I’ll show you how to sauté spinach so it’s perfectly tender (never mushy)!very much like Fried Broccoli or Fried Asparaguscooking spinach in a pot in minutes is easy.

This Garlic Sauteed Spinach Recipe Is Perfect With Simple Ingredients healthy side dishes Serve with your favorite meal, or as Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breasts and Spinach Artichoke Dip!

Ingredients and Substitutes

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for Garlic Sauteed Spinach, what each ingredient does in the recipe, and substitution options.For measurements, see recipe card below.

• olive oil – Any other neutral cooking oil, such as avocado oil, will do. butter Would also make a good substitute.
• garlic – Fresh garlic cloves give spinach the best flavor, but you can use canned minced garlic To save time.
• fresh spinach – Look for spinach leaves that are dark green and not bruised or wilted. Make sure to remove any thick stalks before cooking the spinach. You can also sauté baby spinach!
• sea ​​salt and black pepper – Simple taste.
• unsalted butter – adds a lot of flavor! This is optional, but I think it really sets this recipe apart from other sautéed spinach recipes.you can substitute Buttery Coconut Oil Dairy-free options.
• Lemon slices – Optional, for services. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds bright flavor and reduces any bitterness.

How to Saute Spinach with Garlic

This section explains how to make Garlic Sauteed Spinach, with detailed step-by-step photos and technical details to help you visualize it.For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see recipe card below.

1. Saute the garlic. In a large skillet with high sides (I use this saucepan perfect), heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
2. Add spinach. Immediately add half of the spinach (or as much spinach as you want) and stir to combine with the garlic.
3. chef. Cover and cook the first batch until the spinach is almost starting to wilt.

4. repeat. Add remaining spinach to pot. Stir with tongs so the top spinach reaches the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper. Cover again and cook until the remaining spinach is barely wilted but not quite wilted. Repeat this step until all the spinach has been added to the pan and softened.

Tip: Want to cook an entire batch at once? Use a dutch oven.

If you don’t want to fry the spinach in two batches (cook half first, then add the rest), you can use a dutch oven (or pot) and add it all at once. If you do, remove the lid and stir every minute or so to evenly wilt all the spinach.

5. Cook off the liquid. Remove the lid and heat over medium heat to high.saute Evaporate excess liquid.
6. Add the butter. Keep away from heat sources. Stir in butter (if using) until melted.
7. Serve. Adjust salt and pepper to taste as needed. Serve garlic sautéed spinach with lemon wedges, if desired.

Variety

• add onion – Saute ½ cup of diced onion in the same pan before adding the garlic.
• make spicy – Add red pepper flakes along with salt and pepper for more spice.
• add cheese – Finish with a sprinkle of feta or Parmesan cheese.
• including bacon – Before you start sautéing the spinach, cook it bacon in the oven crisp. When the spinach is completely done, crush it and mix it.

storage instructions

• shop: Cool completely and store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
• Reheat: Add the spinach to the pot over low heat. Cook slowly until heated through, being careful not to burn. Once warm, add a dash of lemon juice and a pinch of salt to brighten the flavour.

Can You Freeze Sauteed Spinach?

Yes, you can freeze sautéed spinach. Spread it out in a single layer on a baking sheet, then freeze for at least an hour. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag. To enjoy, defrost overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.

If you want to use sautéed spinach in other recipes, you can store it in portions. Freeze it in ice cube trays and store the ice cubes in freezer bags. When you’re ready to use it, place the cubes in a pan and heat until thawed.

What to Serve with Sauteed Spinach

This Sauteed Spinach recipe is the perfect side dish to almost any main dish! Try it out:

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Sauteed Spinach Recipe (Easy in 6 Minutes!)

This Sauteed Spinach with Garlic recipe takes 6 minutes! Learn how to saute spinach with garlic and olive oil for a delicious, healthy side.

Prepare: 2 minute

chef: 4 minute

all: 6 minute

Serving Size: 4 (adjust according to recipe)

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1. in a 12 inch frying pan Using high sides, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

2. Add minced garlic and fry for about 30 secondsuntil the fragrance is released.

3. Immediately (so the garlic doesn’t burn) add half of the spinach (or as much spinach as you can) and stir to combine with the garlic.

4. Cover and cook 1-2 minutesuntil the spinach is just starting to wilt.

5. Add remaining spinach to pot. Stir with tongs so the top spinach reaches the bottom of the pot. Season with salt and pepper.Cover again and cook only 1 minute left, until the remaining spinach is barely wilted, but not quite wilted. (If you can’t get all the spinach in in two batches, repeat this step until all the spinach has been added to the pot and softened.

6. Remove the lid and heat over high heat.Sauteed spinach, uncovered, for 1-2 minutes Evaporate excess liquid. (Alternatively, if you don’t like it wilting, you can skip this step and just drain the liquid.)

7. Keep away from heat sources.Stir in butter (if using) until melted.

8. Adjust salt and pepper to taste as needed. Serve sautéed spinach with lemon wedges, if desired.

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recipe notes

serving size: 1/2 cup

nutrient content

Amount per serving. Serving sizes in recipe instructions above.

calories 128

fat 10.5 grams

protein 4.3 grams

total carbohydrates 4.5 grams

net carbs 2.1 grams

fiber 2.4 grams

sugar 0.1g

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