10 minutes
A quick and healthy side dish featuring fresh spinach sautéed with garlic-infused olive oil.
Spinach, Cleaned, stems removed
0 lb
tablespoons
Garlic Clove, Whole, slightly bruised
each
to taste
to taste
1. Prep Spinach
Sort through the spinach, discarding any blemished leaves and tough stems. Rinse the leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt and drain them well to eliminate excess water.
2. Flavor Oil
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Gently press the whole garlic clove with the flat side of a knife to slightly bruise it, releasing its flavors, and add it to the skillet.
3. Sauté Spinach
Increase heat to high. Add the prepared spinach to the skillet, seasoning with salt and pepper. Stir rapidly and continuously, cooking until the spinach is uniformly wilted and most of the moisture has evaporated, about 5 minutes.
4. Serve Hot
Once the spinach is fully wilted and vibrant green, remove the garlic clove. Serve the spinach immediately while hot and flavorful.
. Add cooked and crumbled bacon or pancetta at the end for a savory crunch. . Stir in some white beans or chickpeas for a vegetarian protein boost. . Sauté shrimp or sliced chicken breast alongside the garlic for a one-pan meal.
. For an Asian twist, cook the spinach with sesame oil, add a splash of soy sauce, and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving. . Incorporate Mediterranean flavors by adding sun-dried tomatoes, olives, and crumbled feta once the spinach is wilted. . Make it spicy by adding red pepper flakes with the garlic or stirring in a spoonful of harissa paste.
. Add the zest of a lemon or orange to the spinach while sautéing to infuse a bright, citrusy note. . Right before serving, squeeze some fresh lemon or orange juice over the greens for a tangy finish.
. Mix in a handful of grated Gruyère or Swiss cheese just before removing the spinach from the heat, allowing it to melt through the greens. . Top with crumbled goat cheese or blue cheese for a bold, creamy texture.
. Finish the sautéed spinach with a squeeze of lemon juice or a grating of lemon zest for a fresh, vibrant note. . Orange segments or a splash of orange juice can add a sweet and tangy dimension.
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