Sauteed Spinach

In this keto and healthy sauteed spinach recipe, fresh spinach is sautéed in garlic infused olive oil, then dressed with butter and lemon juice.

Sauteed spinach is an easy and tasty way to prepare fresh spinach. I make it often for my family.

The ingredients needed to make this recipe

You’ll only need a few ingredients to make this tasty and healthy side dish:

1. Olive oil
2. Garlic
3. Fresh spinach
4. Salt and pepper
5. Butter
6. Fresh lemon juice

How do you saute fresh spinach?

This healthy sauteed spinach recipe is a simple recipe that elevates spinach into a delicacy. It is also very easy:

1. You start by cooking fresh spinach leaves in garlic-infused olive oil.
2. Then you dress the cooked spinach with butter and lemon juice.

Needless to say, spinach is delicious when prepared with heavy cream, butter and parmesan. This creamed spinach recipe is wonderful.

But when you use truly fresh baby spinach leaves, they are so delicate, almost sweet. So you can use minimal ingredients and cook them very briefly for a truly delicious and healthy side dish.

In this healthy sauteed spinach recipe, the spinach is cooked in olive oil. The butter is used not for cooking the spinach, but for finishing the dish and adding another layer of flavor. The combination of olive oil, butter, garlic and lemon juice is amazing.

Is sauteed spinach healthy?

Yes. Spinach is rich in antioxidants and has proven health benefits. However, it’s best to cook spinach before consuming it, to reduce its oxalate content.

What to serve with sauteed spinach?

This side dish is easy to make and it’s ready quickly. I like to pair it with oven baked meats such as ribeye roast and crispy baked chicken thighs. But really, this is a very versatile side dish that goes with anything.

Can you keep leftovers?

I don’t typically have leftovers when making sauteed spinach. But on the rare occasion that I do, I find that they keep fine in the fridge for a day or two. Although this dish is best when served fresh.

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Sautéed Spinach

In this keto and healthy sauteed spinach recipe, fresh spinach is sautéed in garlic infused olive oil, then dressed with butter and lemon juice.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time15 mins

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: spinach

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 84

Author: Vered DeLeeuw

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 lb. baby spinach leaves, pre washed
• 1/2 teaspoon coarse kosher salt (not fine salt)
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

INSTRUCTIONS

• In a very large, deep pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat, 3-4 minutes. Add the garlic and sauté 1 minute, until no longer raw, but not browned.
• Add the spinach, salt and pepper, carefully mixing with a wooden spoon to coat the spinach leaves in the olive oil. Cook, stirring with a wooden spoon, until all the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes. 
• Using a slotted spoon, transfer the sauteed spinach to a serving bowl and stir in the butter and lemon juice. Serve immediately.

NUTRITION INFO Nutrition info is approximate. It is calculated using the SparkPeople.com recipe calculator, and the carb count excludes sugar alcohols. Please read the disclaimers in our Terms of Use carefully before using any of our recipes. Recommended and linked products are not guaranteed to be gluten-free. Please verify they are before using.

Nutrition Facts

Sautéed Spinach

Amount Per Serving

Calories 84 Calories from Fat 54

% Daily Value*

Fat 6g9%

Sodium 230mg10%

Carbohydrates 5g2%

Fiber 2g8%

Protein 3g6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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