Sauteed Spinach Recipe

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash the Spinach
Thoroughly rinse the fresh spinach under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well in a colander.
2
Mince the Garlic
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife or a garlic press.

3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers.
4
Sauté the Garlic
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, or until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
5
Add the Spinach
Gradually add the washed spinach to the skillet. It may seem like a lot at first, but it will cook down quickly.
6
Season the Spinach
Sprinkle in the salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the spinach is wilted.
7
Add Lemon Juice
Once the spinach is wilted, remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the sautéed spinach. Toss to combine.