Indulge in the delectable flavors of buttered spinach enhanced with a touch of vinegar, a classic side dish that complements any main course. This versatile dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with essential nutrients. In this article, we'll guide you through three variations of buttered spinach with vinegar: a traditional recipe, a tangy lemon version, and a creamy, cheesy rendition. Each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless dish, ensuring there's a perfect option for every palate. Whether you prefer a classic, tangy, or creamy experience, these recipes will satisfy your cravings.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
BALSAMIC-PARMESAN SAUTéED SPINACH
Tender spinach with a hint of garlic, Parmesan cheese and sweet balsamic vinegar makes a quick and flavorful side dish. The sturdy leaves of mature spinach hold up best during cooking.
Provided by Carolyn Casner
Categories Healthy Spinach Side Dish Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add spinach, salt and pepper; toss to coat. Cook, stirring, until just wilted, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan. Drizzle with vinegar (or glaze) and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 1.7 mg, Fat 6.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 3.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 225.4 mg, Sugar 1 g
GARLIC SAUTEED SPINACH
Dinner couldn't be simpler with Ina Garten's Garlic Sauteed Spinach recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network. It's an easy, go-to side dish for your table.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse the spinach well in cold water to make sure it's very clean. Spin it dry in a salad spinner, leaving just a little water clinging to the leaves.
- In a very large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil and saute the garlic over medium heat for about 1 minute, but not until it's browned. Add all the spinach, the salt, and pepper to the pot, toss it with the garlic and oil, cover the pot, and cook it for 2 minutes. Uncover the pot, turn the heat on high, and cook the spinach for another minute, stirring with a wooden spoon, until all the spinach is wilted. Using a slotted spoon, lift the spinach to a serving bowl and top with the butter, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkling of sea or kosher salt. Serve hot.
SPINACH WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Spinach is one of my favorite vegetables. When I found this in a food magazine (one of the free magazines you get here at the supermarket) I immediately had to try it.
Provided by Chef Dudo
Categories Spinach
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cook spinach with water that clings to it 3-5 minutes or until leaves begin to wilt.
- Remove from heat and drain thoroughly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine melted butter (margarine) and vinegar.
- Mix in butter and vinegar just before serving.
BUTTERED SPINACH
This is our favorite side dish in the summer. It's so good when freshly cooked, the kids even love it. This bears NO resemblence to canned spinach! Quick and easy.
Provided by MizzNezz
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cut stems from spinach.
- Place spinach in sink full of water.
- Swish it around to clean well.
- Remove from water.
- Drain the sink, then put more fresh water in the sink and wash spinach again.
- Pull the spinach out of the water and let drip.
- Place in large pot.
- Add no water, the water clinging to the spinach will be enough.
- Place pot on high heat until steaming.
- Stir, reduce heat to med, cook for 2 minutes, stirring once.
- Drain in colander.
- Return to pan, add butter, salt and pepper, stir to coat.
- Serve with lemon juice or vinegar on the side.
WILTED SPINACH WITH BUTTER AND WINE
Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- This dish takes only 5 minutes to prepare, so begin preheating the skillet 7-8 minutes before you are ready to sit down and eat.
- Heat a medium sized skillet over medium heat. With the flat side of your knife, make a garlic paste with smashed garlic and salt. Melt butter into pan. Add garlic paste to the pan and the spinach in bunches, adding more spinach to the pan as it wilts down. When all of the spinach is wilted, add wine and turn to coat. Let wine cook down a minute or 2. Season spinach with salt and pepper and serve.
BUTTERED SPINACH
I first came across this recipe scrawled in the pages of an old journal given to me by a close friend. Dated 1846 and yellowed with time, its fragile pages describe farm chores coupled with the details of household management, favorite poems, and recipes like the one below, which specifies the use of young spinach, freshly picked, and, like most old recipes, provides few details on quantity. I've adapted the recipe, substituting white pepper for black. I make it often in the spring, when tender baby spinach arrives in our CSA box weekly, until the weather grows too hot and stifles the tender greens. This recipe comes from my first cookbook The Nourished Kitchen, released just last week.
Provided by Jenny McGruther
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Trim the spinach of any tough stems or veins, then coarsely chop the spinach leaves. Toss the spinach into a large, heavy stockpot. Set it on the stove over medium-low heat, cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid, and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until completely tender.
- Drain the wilted spinach in a colander, pressing it down to remove any excess liquid. Return the pot to the stove, add the butter, and melt over low heat. Toss in the spinach. Stir in the salt, white pepper, and minced egg, then serve.
WILTED SPINACH AND BALSAMIC VINEGAR
Tasty little spinach salad. A bit of sweet and a bit of tangy come together in a mouth water spring delight. This salad has been rolling around in my head for weeks, I finally had a chance to try it out and we love it here!
Provided by Cuistot
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- rinse the spinach and toss with craisins and feta.
- fry bacon until crisp, drain and chop.
- turn off heat, but while the pan is still hot add shallot and garlic to the bacon drippings.
- cook until the garlic is lightly browned, returning the heat if necessary.
- Deglaze the pan with the balsamic vinegar and lemon juice.
- toss with spinach and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.1, Fat 10.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 23.6, Sodium 317, Carbohydrate 11.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 7.4, Protein 4.9
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use fresh spinach. If using frozen spinach, thaw it completely and squeeze out any excess water before using.
- Use unsalted butter to control the amount of salt in the dish. You can always add more salt to taste, but it's difficult to remove it if you add too much.
- Add the vinegar slowly and taste the spinach as you go. You may not need to use all of the vinegar, depending on your personal preference.
- Serve the spinach immediately after cooking. It will lose its vibrant green color and flavor if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Buttered spinach with vinegar is a simple but delicious side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's quick and easy to make, and it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. The vinegar adds a bright and tangy flavor that complements the richness of the butter and the earthiness of the spinach. This dish is also a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as iron and folate. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give buttered spinach with vinegar a try.
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