Sautéed Spinach with Chopped Egg

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Sautéed Spinach with Chopped Egg
45 min.
8
65kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and flavorful side dish that's bursting with nutrients? Sautéed Spinach with Chopped Egg is your answer! This vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free delight is quick to prepare and surprisingly satisfying, making it perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend brunch.

Imagine tender, vibrant green spinach, sautéed to perfection with fragrant onions and a subtle kick of crushed red pepper. The addition of perfectly hard-boiled eggs, some with the yolks removed for a lighter touch, adds a creamy richness and a hearty dose of protein.

Ready in under 45 minutes, this recipe is a lifesaver when you're short on time but still crave something delicious and wholesome. And with only 65 calories per serving, you can enjoy it guilt-free! It's a simple yet elegant combination of flavors and textures that will brighten up any meal.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this foolproof recipe is incredibly easy to follow. So, grab your frying pan and get ready to enjoy a healthy and flavorful side dish that will become a new favorite.

Ingredients

  • 30 ounce baby spinach fresh divided
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon pepper red divided crushed
  • large eggs 
  • cup onion divided chopped
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vegetable oil divided

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • dutch oven
  • colander

Directions

  1. Place eggs in a large saucepan. Cover with water to 1 inch above eggs, and bring just to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat. Cover and let stand 15 minutes.
  3. Drain and rinse with cold running water until cool.
  4. Remove shells.
  5. Cut 2 eggs in half lengthwise, and remove and discard the yolks. Coarsely chop egg whites and remaining egg.
  6. Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  7. Add 1/2 cup onion, and saut 5 minutes or until browned.
  8. Add 1/2 teaspoon red pepper; saut 30 seconds.
  9. Add half of spinach; saut 3 minutes or until wilted.
  10. Remove from pan. Repeat procedure with the remaining oil, onion, red pepper, and spinach.
  11. Place the spinach mixture in a colander, and drain well. Return spinach mixture to pan; stir in salt and black pepper. Cook over medium-high heat 2 minutes or until thoroughly heated, stirring constantly.
  12. Sprinkle with the chopped egg.

Nutrition Facts

Calories65kcal
Protein31.41%
Fat35.17%
Carbs33.42%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.38
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.865652063619%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.79mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
6.91mg
Myricetin
0.38mg
Quercetin
8.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:65.1kcal
3.25%
Fat:2.82g
4.34%
Saturated Fat:0.76g
4.72%
Carbohydrates:6.03g
2.01%
Net Carbohydrates:3.24g
1.18%
Sugar:1.38g
1.54%
Cholesterol:69.75mg
23.25%
Sodium:333.54mg
14.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.66g
11.33%
Vitamin K:515.02µg
490.49%
Vitamin A:10144.87IU
202.9%
Folate:218.94µg
54.73%
Manganese:1mg
49.87%
Vitamin C:31.36mg
38.01%
Magnesium:88.72mg
22.18%
Potassium:654.04mg
18.69%
Iron:3.3mg
18.35%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.32%
Vitamin E:2.5mg
16.67%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.43%
Calcium:121.58mg
12.16%
Fiber:2.78g
11.13%
Selenium:6.97µg
9.96%
Phosphorus:95.87mg
9.59%
Copper:0.16mg
8.15%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.69%
Zinc:0.85mg
5.68%
Vitamin B3:0.84mg
4.18%
Vitamin B5:0.38mg
3.84%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.78%
Vitamin D:0.38µg
2.5%
Source:My Recipes