Best 8 Lemon Kissed Wilted Spinach Recipes

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There are few things that can beat the taste of fresh, local spinach. It’s even better when it is kissed with lemon and sauteed artfully. Not only is this recipe delicious, but it is also low in carbohydrates, high in folate, vitamins A and K, and manganese. This superfood is sauteed gently with garlic, shallots, white wine, butter, and finished with a squeeze of lemon juice for a brighter flavor.

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BROWN BUTTER SAUTEED SPINACH WITH LEMON



Brown Butter Sauteed Spinach with Lemon image

Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large shallots, finely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 pounds baby spinach
Juice of 1 lemon

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large, wide pot over medium-high heat and cook, stirring often, until the milk solids are a deep golden brown and the butter smells nutty.
  • Add the garlic, shallots and a 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring, about 30 seconds. Add the spinach in batches and cook, tossing to coat, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Add the lemon juice and season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl.

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GARLIC AND LEMON



Sauteed Spinach with Garlic and Lemon image

This is a quick, healthy and tasty side dish for chicken and steak dishes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
3 to 4 bunches (2 1/2 pounds total) flat-leaf spinach, trimmed and cleaned, with some water still clinging
1 to 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium. Add garlic; cook, stirring, until fragrant and beginning to brown, about 1 minute. Using a slotted spoon, remove garlic and discard.
  • Raise heat to high. Add spinach to skillet gradually, waiting for one batch to wilt before adding the next. Cook, tossing, until tender, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Drain liquid from skillet; add lemon juice, salt, and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 g, Fat 8 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 6 g

WILTED SPINACH



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Delicious wilted spinach with a simple Mediterranean dressing.

Provided by KNIVES0UT1979

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon bottled minced garlic
1 pinch sea salt
1 pinch ground black pepper
4 ounces baby spinach
1 ½ tablespoons pine nuts

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Place the spinach over boiling water in a pot fitted with a steamer basket, and steam 2 to 3 minutes, until wilted but not soggy.
  • Toss spinach in a bowl with the dressing, and sprinkle with pine nuts to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.5 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 31.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 209.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

BUTTERY LEMON SPINACH



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A quick yet simple and delectable side dish.

Provided by leila m

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 7m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 (10 ounce) bags pre-washed fresh spinach
2 tablespoons garlic, minced
5 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • Rinse the spinach and place the leaves into a microwavable serving dish. Add the butter, garlic and lemon juice. Cover with plastic wrap. Steam in the microwave until the butter is melted and spinach is wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove the plastic wrap and toss to distribute seasoning before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 25.4 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 143.5 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

LEMON-KISSED WILTED SPINACH



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Provided by Rozanne Gold

Categories     Side     Quick & Easy     Lemon     Spinach     Fall     Sugar Conscious     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium lemons
2 pounds curly spinach

Steps:

  • Put olive oil in a small bowl. Grate rind of 1 lemon to get 2 teaspoons zest. Squeeze lemon to get 3 tablespoons lemon juice. Stir zest and juice into oil.
  • Wash spinach well, discarding any tough stems. Bring 1 inch of salted water to a boil in a large pot. Add spinach, toss, and cook until just wilted. Drain off any liquid. Toss with lemon oil. Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remove skin and pith of remaining lemon and slice thinly. Garnish spinach with lemon slices.

SPINACH WITH LEMON



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Since the spinach in this dish is only lightly steamed, it is very important to make sure it is washed thoroughly. The leaves should still be wet for cooking.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 bunches fresh spinach (about 1 3/4 pounds), cleaned and still wet
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 lemon, cut in half crosswise
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Place the spinach in a large pot with a tight-fitting lid. Cover and cook over high heat, turning leaves halfway through to move the bottom wilted leaves to the top, until the spinach is just barely wilted and tender, about 4 minutes.
  • Lift the spinach into a warm serving dish. Drizzle over the olive oil and the juice from half the lemon. Sprinkle on the salt and pepper and toss to combine. Serve with the remaining half lemon for those who want to squeeze on a little extra.

LEMON DILL COD WITH MUSTARD SAUCE AND GARLIC WILTED SPINACH



Lemon Dill Cod With Mustard Sauce and Garlic Wilted Spinach image

This is a VERY simple dish with no pans to clean...gotta love it! It's also a very healthy choice, and if you happen to be on the Medifast plan, it fits perfectly into that. The recipe as written makes a lot of sauce, which would be great to serve over rice (if not on Medifast). I served it with garlic wilted spinach, using a garlic-infused olive oil. If you don't have that, feel free to add a finely chopped clove of garlic to the oil while it's gently warming, making certain not to brown the garlic. Browned garlic = bitter garlic!

Provided by Coprtopd

Categories     Crab

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

9 ounces cod fish fillets
1 tablespoon fresh dill, separated
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 lemon slices
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium fat-free chicken broth
1/8 teaspoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon garlic-infused olive oil
5 ounces Baby Spinach
1/4 teaspoon lemon zest
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 Peppadew pepper, sliced (optional)

Steps:

  • For the cod: Preheat oven to 400.
  • Place the cod on a large piece of foil. Lightly season with salt and pepper, sprinkle with 1/4 tablespoon dill, and place lemon slices on top. Mix the mustard, broth, cornstarch, remaining dill and lemon juice in a small bowl (don't make it thick, just a light sauce), pour around the edges of the cod. Bring up the sides of the foil, seal the package well and place in the oven for 8 minutes. Open carefully, remove the fish, plate it and drizzle with the sauce from the foil pouch.
  • For the spinach: In a large pot, heat garlic oil over medium heat. Add spinach and lemon zest, toss to coat.
  • Turn off heat and put a lid on the pot. Set aside for 3 minutes.
  • Remove lid and once again toss the spinach. It should be bright green and just wilted. Season with salt and pepper. Plate with the cod and sprinkle with the chopped peppadew, if desired.
  • MF users: 1 Lean, 1 Healthy Fat, 3-4 condiments (not all of the sauce is used).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 303.7, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 110.6, Sodium 1585.1, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 1.4, Protein 50.9

SPINACH WITH LEMON & GARLIC



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Make and share this Spinach with Lemon & Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon, zest of
salt & pepper
1 1/2 lbs fresh spinach, qashed,stems removed

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan or wok and saute the garlic until golden.
  • Turn heat to medium and add the lemon juice, zest, salt& pepper& spinach.
  • Stir the spinach until barely wilted.
  • Serve immediately, lifting the spinach out with tongs.
  • Leave the liquid behind.
  • Check your seasoning.

Tips:

  • Select the freshest spinach: Choose spinach leaves that are deep green, crisp, and free from wilting or yellowing.
  • Wash the spinach thoroughly: Rinse the spinach leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a large skillet or sauté pan: This will allow the spinach to cook evenly and prevent overcrowding.
  • Cook the spinach over medium heat: This will help to wilt the spinach without burning it.
  • Add the lemon juice and zest at the end of cooking: This will help to preserve the bright flavor of the lemon.
  • Season the spinach to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
  • Serve the spinach immediately: This is when it is at its best.

Conclusion:

Lemon Kissed Wilted Spinach is a simple but delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. The bright flavor of the lemon and the wilted texture of the spinach make this dish a favorite among both adults and children. With its ease of preparation and delicious flavor, Lemon Kissed Wilted Spinach is a great addition to any recipe repertoire. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy side dish or a healthy and flavorful addition to your next meal, this recipe is sure to please.

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