Sautéed spinach with butter, salt and pepper

Enjoy a quick and delicious side dish with this easy sautéed spinach recipe. Made with just butter, salt, and pepper, it's a healthy and flavorful way to add greens to your meal. Ready in minutes!

  • 28 May 2025
  • Cook time 5 min
  • Prep time 0 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 4 Ingredients

Sautéed spinach with butter, salt and pepper

Sautéed spinach with butter, salt, and pepper is a simple yet delicious side dish that can be prepared in minutes. This recipe enhances the natural flavors of fresh spinach with the richness of butter and a hint of seasoning, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients:

1 tbsp butter
14g
2 cups spinach
60g
1 dash salt
0.40g
5 dash black pepper
1/2g

Instructions:

2. Melt Butter:
- Place a large skillet or sauté pan over medium heat.
- Add the tablespoon of butter to the pan and allow it to melt completely, swirling the pan occasionally to ensure the butter coats the bottom evenly.
3. Add Spinach:
- Once the butter is melted and starts to bubble slightly, add the 2 cups of spinach to the pan.
- Using tongs or a wooden spoon, gently toss and stir the spinach in the butter, ensuring all leaves are coated.
4. Season:
- Sprinkle 1 dash of salt evenly over the spinach.
- Add 5 dashes of freshly ground black pepper, distributing it as evenly as possible over the spinach.
5. Sauté:
- Continue to sauté the spinach, stirring frequently. The spinach will begin to wilt quickly, usually within 1-2 minutes. Ensure all leaves are wilted evenly.
- Once the spinach is completely wilted and tender, remove the pan from heat. The spinach should be vibrant green and fully cooked.
6. Serve:
- Transfer the sautéed spinach to a serving dish.
- Serve immediately as a delicious, nutritious side dish to complement your main meal.

Tips:

- Ensure your spinach is thoroughly washed and dried before cooking to avoid excess moisture in the pan.

- If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of black pepper used.

- Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end for a bright, tangy finish.

- Consider adding minced garlic or shallots for an extra layer of flavor.

- Sauté the spinach just until wilted to retain more nutrients and a vibrant green color.

Sautéed spinach is a versatile and nutritious dish that can elevate any meal. With minimal ingredients and effort, you can create a flavorful and healthy side that is sure to please everyone. Enjoy your delicious sautéed spinach with butter, salt, and pepper!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size72 grams
Energy
Calories 120kcal6%
Protein
Protein 1.92g1%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 1.91g1%
Fiber 1.09g3%
Sugar 0.34g0%
Fat
Fat 12g14%
Saturated 7g22%
Cholesterol 33mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 290ug32%
Choline 14mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.05mg4%
Vitamin B2 0.12mg9%
Vitamin B3 0.31mg2%
Vitamin B6 0.13mg8%
Vitamin B9 70ug17%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 18mg20%
Vitamin E 1.22mg8%
Vitamin K 290ug243%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 45mg4%
Copper, Cu 0.05mg6%
Iron, Fe 0.69mg6%
Magnesium, Mg 54mg14%
Phosphorus, P 30mg2%
Potassium, K 290mg8%
Selenium, Se 0.02ug0%
Sodium, Na 220mg15%
Zinc, Zn 0.27mg2%
Water
Water 60g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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