Sautéed Spinach with Basil

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
100%
Sautéed Spinach with Basil
45 min.
4
137kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and healthy side dish to elevate your meals? Look no further than this delightful Sautéed Spinach with Basil! Packed with flavor and nutrients, this recipe brings together the fresh goodness of spinach and the aromatic charm of basil, creating a dish that's both simple and satisfying.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a colorful medley of sautéed garlic, nutty pine nuts, and vibrant green spinach, all enhanced by the rich, fragrant notes of fresh basil. Whether you're enjoying a cozy dinner at home or entertaining friends, this dish is the perfect accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or even tossed with some pasta for a quick main course. Plus, with a stellar health score of 100, you can indulge guilt-free!

Designed for all dietary preferences, this recipe is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it an ideal choice for everyone at the table. With each serving clocking in at just 137 calories, you can savor each bite knowing it’s packed with essential nutrients. So, grab your frying pan and a handful of fresh ingredients, and let’s make this deliciously nutritious Sautéed Spinach with Basil that promises to impress!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • cups basil fresh
  • cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • ounces pinenuts 
  • 10 ounces pkt spinach fresh

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
  3. Add the pine nuts and cook until lightly golden, about 3 minutes. Increase heat to medium and add the spinach, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of water. Cover and cook, tossing occasionally with tongs, until the spinach wilts, about 4 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat.
  5. Add the basil and toss until it wilts, about 1 minute.
  6. Serve immediately.Tips: -
  7. Serve this quick side dish with grilled chicken, fish, lamb, pork, or steak. Or toss it with pasta for a last-minute main dish. - If you cant find basil, just omit from the recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories137kcal
Protein12.13%
Fat72.36%
Carbs15.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41
Glycemic Load
0.71
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.529565251392%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.53mg
Kaempferol
4.53mg
Myricetin
0.3mg
Quercetin
2.87mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:136.92kcal
6.85%
Fat:12.07g
18.57%
Saturated Fat:1.02g
6.4%
Carbohydrates:5.82g
1.94%
Net Carbohydrates:3.45g
1.25%
Sugar:0.87g
0.97%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:348.01mg
15.13%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.55g
9.1%
Vitamin K:401.22µg
382.11%
Vitamin A:7283.9IU
145.68%
Manganese:2.09mg
104.4%
Folate:150.59µg
37.65%
Vitamin C:23.12mg
28.03%
Magnesium:100.22mg
25.06%
Vitamin E:3.15mg
20.99%
Iron:3.16mg
17.57%
Copper:0.34mg
16.82%
Potassium:529.27mg
15.12%
Phosphorus:127.74mg
12.77%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.52%
Vitamin B6:0.21mg
10.38%
Calcium:99.86mg
9.99%
Zinc:1.42mg
9.49%
Fiber:2.37g
9.48%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.81%
Vitamin B3:1.27mg
6.33%
Selenium:1.28µg
1.82%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.35%
Source:My Recipes