Best 5 Sauteed Sweet Potatoes And Spinach Recipes

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Discover the tantalizing journey of flavors and textures in this culinary masterpiece: sauteed sweet potatoes and spinach. Prepare to indulge in a vibrant symphony of colors, where caramelized sweet potatoes and tender spinach intertwine, enveloped in a symphony of savory seasonings. This delectable dish promises a delightful blend of sweet, earthy, and slightly bitter notes, creating a harmonious balance that will captivate your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, let us guide you through the steps of creating this delectable dish, ensuring a culinary experience that will transport you to a world of culinary delight.

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GARLICKY SAUTEED SWEET POTATOES & SPINACH



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A little sweet and wonderfully garlicky, this Sauteed Sweet Potatoes & Spinach side dish is packed with vitamins and can be prepared in 10 minutes. 99 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

Provided by Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
1 sweet potato 12 ounces, (peeled & grated)
2 green onions (thinly sliced, green & white parts separated)
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 cups spinach

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the grated sweet potato and white sections of the green onions. Saute until the sweet potato is starting to soften, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, then add the garlic, spinach and remaining green onions. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is slightly wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.66 Cup, Calories 98.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, Fat 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 138.6 mg, Fiber 2.2 g, Sugar 2.1 g

SAUTEED SWEET POTATOES AND SPINACH



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Curried sweet potatoes and spinach make a dish that is hearty enough to be a meal.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large sweet potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup red onion
1 1/2 pounds spinach
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Cut sweet potatoes into cubes; cook, stirring, until starting to soften, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Add curry powder. Cook 1 minute. Add water and chopped red onion. Cook, stirring, until water evaporates and potatoes are tender and browned, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
  • In the same skillet, cook spinach in 2 batches, adding second batch when first wilts, 2 minutes. Drain; add to potatoes.
  • Stir in balsamic vinegar; season with coarse salt and ground pepper.

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH SWEET POTATO



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Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large sweet potato, peeled, chopped
punch spinach, cleaned, chopped
2 tablespoon oil
1 small onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
salt
pepper
berbere (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet or a pan saute onions few minutes. Add the garlic and fry for a few seconds. Throw in sweet potatoes, season with berbere, salt and pepper fry for a few minutes until partly done. Add in spinach, and stir fry until it starts to wilt and sweet potatoes are cooked through. Serve warm.

SWEET POTATO SPINACH BAKE



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This wonderful, bright meal-in-one from our Test Kitchen is filled with layers of flavor. Gouda cheese and bacon lend a rich, savory taste to the sweet potato and spinach combination.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Gouda cheese
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add spinach. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. , Drain sweet potatoes. Spread half of the spinach mixture into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with half of the potatoes and cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with bacon. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 955mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND WILTED SPINACH



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large red onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup butter
1 bag baby spinach (between 10 ounces and 16 ounces), soaked, well-rinsed and dried

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, season potatoes with salt and pepper and toss with oil to coat. Place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove briefly from oven and toss in onions, and return to oven to roast until potatoes are tender, approximately another 20 minutes. Transfer roasted potato mixture to a bowl. Drizzle honey over potatoes, add butter, mixing well, and then gently toss in spinach. The heat from the potatoes will wilt the spinach.

Tips:

  • Choose sweet potatoes that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid potatoes that have blemishes or bruises.
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into uniform-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • If you don't have a steamer, you can boil the sweet potatoes in a pot of water until they are tender.
  • Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, mash them with a fork or potato masher until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Add the spinach to the pan and cook until it is wilted.
  • Season the sweet potatoes and spinach with salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste.
  • Serve the sweet potatoes and spinach immediately.

Conclusion:

Sautéed sweet potatoes and spinach is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a main meal or as a snack. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. This dish is also very versatile and can be customized to your liking. For example, you can add other vegetables, such as onions, peppers, or mushrooms. You can also add different seasonings, such as chili powder, cumin, or paprika. No matter how you choose to make it, sautéed sweet potatoes and spinach is a delicious and healthy dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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