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Easy Stovetop Sautéed Spinach
A quick and flavorful way to enjoy fresh spinach with garlic and lemon.
Ingredients
Main
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 10 ounces fresh baby spinach
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (about 1 Tbs)
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring.
- Season with salt and red pepper flakes.
- Squeeze lemon juice over spinach before serving.
Notes
Use fresh spinach for best flavor and texture.