Garlic Sautéed Spinach: A Quick, Flavorful Side Dish!
Garlic Sautéed Spinach is a quick and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. It’s easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound fresh spinach
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic and oil.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately as a side dish.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can sprinkle some red pepper flakes.
- Make sure not to overcook the spinach to retain its vibrant color and nutrients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg