Wilted spinach with garlic and lemon Recipe

Name: Wilted spinach with garlic and lemon
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: about 2 cups
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and dried; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Mediterranean · Side dish · 10 min total

Wilted spinach with garlic and lemon recipe videos

A quick and easy side dish where fresh spinach is gently wilted with garlic and brightened with lemon juice, perfect alongside grilled meats or fish.

5
min prep

5
min cook

4
servings

45
kcal/serving

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
10 ounces fresh spinach, washed and dried
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant but not browned, about 30 seconds.
Add spinach in handfuls, stirring and turning with tongs, until all spinach is added and just wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove from heat. Stir in lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Serve immediately.

Tips

For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes with the garlic.
Serve as a side for fish, chicken, or steak.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but best enjoyed fresh.

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