Spinach Feta Succotash Recipe

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Spinach Feta Succotash Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
35mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 22, 2024

Try this healthy and flavorful Spinach Feta Succotash recipe for a quick and easy side dish. Packed with protein and vitamins, this dish combines the freshness of spinach, sweetness of corn, and saltiness of feta cheese. It's a perfect option for vegans and vegetarians too. With a total preparing time of 25 minutes, you can enjoy this dish in no time. Make it as a side or serve it as a main course with some crusty bread or rice.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups corn kernels
  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the corn kernels and cook for about 5 minutes, until they start to become tender.
  4. Add the baby spinach leaves to the skillet and stir until they wilt down.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the succotash to a serving dish.
  7. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top and gently mix it in.
  8. Serve warm as a side dish or as a main course with crusty bread or rice.

Interesting Facts

  • Succotash is a traditional American dish that originated from Native American cuisine.
  • The combination of corn and beans in succotash provides a complete source of protein.
  • Spinach is an excellent source of iron and vitamins A and C.
  • Feta cheese adds a tangy and salty flavor to this dish.