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Sautéed Spinach.
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5 from 2 votes

Simple Sautéed Spinach

Spinach tops our list as being among the healthiest vegetables to eat. To get more of into your diet, try this simple sauté of fresh spinach with garlic, onions, and a combination of olive oil and butter. This quick and easy spinach side dish is healthy and low-carb friendly.
Prep Time2 minutes
Cook Time6 minutes
Total Time9 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: healthy vegetables, sauteed spinach
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 86kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion medium white, chopped
  • 4 tsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 8 oz fresh spinach
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil until it shimmers. Add onion and sauté for four minutes. Add garlic and butter to the mixture and continue cooking until the onion starts to brown.
  • Add soy sauce and stir. Add spinach and toss with the mixture. Cook until spinach is wilted.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 421mg | Potassium: 374mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5406IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 70mg | Iron: 2mg