Sautéed Baby Spinach Recipe

Inspired by The Loft

Time15m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash the Spinach
Thoroughly rinse the baby spinach leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or grit. Drain well and set aside.
2
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves. Set aside for later use.

3
Heat the Olive Oil
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Allow the oil to warm up for about 1 minute.
4
Sauté the Garlic
Add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.
5
Add the Spinach
Gradually add the washed baby spinach to the skillet. It may seem like a lot, but it will wilt down significantly.
6
Season the Spinach
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the spinach as it cooks. Stir gently to combine and ensure even seasoning.
7
Cook Until Wilted
Continue to sauté the spinach for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the leaves are fully wilted and tender.
8
Add Lemon Juice
Once the spinach is cooked, remove the skillet from heat and drizzle 1 tablespoon of lemon juice over the sautéed spinach. Toss gently to combine.