Sautéed Wilted Spinach Recipe with a Zesty Twist

This recipe for wilted spinach with garlic and lemon brings a burst of flavor to a classic side dish. The garlicky spinach is cooked until just wilted, then finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a bright and zesty finish. Perfect for a quick and healthy side dish.

Ingredients

• 1 lb fresh spinach leaves, washed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Juice of 1 lemon

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add spinach leaves and toss to coat in the garlic oil mixture.
4. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is just wilted, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Remove from heat and squeeze lemon juice over the wilted spinach.
7. Toss to combine and serve hot as a side dish.

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