Description
A quick side dish of bright, glossy spinach sautéed with garlic and onions, perfect for complementing any main course.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about 1 cup)
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound (450 g) fresh spinach (baby spinach preferred), rinsed and dried
- ¼–½ teaspoon kosher salt, to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1–2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Pinch red pepper flakes or 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan (optional, for serving)
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Instructions
- 1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmers but isn’t smoking.
- 2. Add the finely diced yellow onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and lightly golden.
- 3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30–45 seconds until fragrant.
- 4. Add the spinach in batches, tossing and folding as it collapses until fully wilted (about 2–3 minutes).
- 5. Stir in kosher salt and black pepper, adjusting seasoning as needed.
- 6. If using, add fresh lemon juice and sprinkle red pepper flakes if desired.
- 7. Transfer to a warm plate and top with grated Parmesan or additional lemon as desired.
- 8. Serve immediately while hot and shiny.