Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Lemon
A quick and flavorful side dish made with fresh spinach, garlic, and lemon, perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin for flavor)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Adjust to taste.
- 10-12 ounces fresh spinach About one large bag or 2-3 large handfuls.
- 1-2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice About half a lemon.
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the olive oil and warm it until it shimmers.
- Add the minced garlic. Stir constantly and sauté for 20-30 seconds, just until fragrant and slightly golden—do not let it burn.
- Pile the fresh spinach into the pan (it will look like too much at first). Use tongs to turn and fold the leaves as they wilt. This takes about 2-3 minutes.
- When most leaves are wilted but still bright green, squeeze the lemon over the spinach. Toss once more.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer to a warm serving dish and serve immediately.
Notes
Best served fresh, but can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Work in batches for very large quantities to avoid steaming the spinach.