If you're seeking a quick and delectable side dish or an addition to your next meal, look no further than the Chopped Spinach with Toasted Sesame Seeds. This vibrant dish, brimming with flavor and nutrition, will surely impress with its simplicity and versatility.
With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delightful side that complements various main courses. Whether it's grilled salmon, roasted chicken, or a hearty steak, the spinach's earthy notes and the nutty aroma of toasted sesame seeds blend harmoniously, elevating the entire meal. Moreover, this recipe offers three variations, catering to diverse dietary preferences and taste profiles.
SPINACH WITH SESAME SEED
I thought this seemed like an interesting way to serve spinach. Recipe source: Bon Appetit (February 1984)
Provided by ellie_
Categories Spinach
Time 15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large saucepan cook spinach in 2 cups boiling water for 2 minutes; drain and rinse in cold water.
- Drain again and squeeze dry.
- Chop spinach coarsely and set aside in a deep serving dish.
- In a small skillet over high heat toast sesame seed until light brown (2-3 minutes)and then sesame seed to a mortar and crush with pestle.
- Stir in soy sauce and sugar.
- Toss sesame seed mixture with spinach and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.1, Fat 3.8, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 844.6, Carbohydrate 9.6, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 5.9
SPINACH WITH SESAME SEEDS
Provided by Food Network
Yield 4 bento servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat a saute pan over medium heat. Add the spinach, oil, sugar and soy sauce. Cook the spinach, stirring, until the leaves are just wilted, about 3 minutes. Spread the spinach out flat on a plate to cool quickly in the refrigerator for 10 minutes. (This will keep it a vivid green.)
- When the spinach is cool, taste and correct seasoning. Pile in a bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds.
COOKED SPINACH SALAD WITH SOY AND SESAME
Steps:
- Wilt, drain, and squeeze dry the spinach. Chop the spinach into large, uneven pieces.
- Place the garlic, scallions, vinegar, soy sauce, and oil in a large bowl and whisk thoroughly to combne. Add the spinach and toss to evenly coat the leaves. Season with a good squeeze of lemon juice and salt and pepper; taste and adjust the seasoning.
- To serve, divide the salad among four bowls and sprinkle each with a portion of toasted sesame seeds.
- Note: To toast the sesame seeds, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Scatter the seeds on a baking shseet and bake until lightly browned, 3 to 4 minutes.
SPINACH WITH SESAME SHOYU DRESSING
Categories Salad Appetizer Side Quick & Easy Spinach Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Tree Nut Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 first-course servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Rinse spinach and drain lightly. With water still clinging to leaves, cook in 3 batches in an 8-quart pot over moderately high heat, covered, turning occasionally with tongs, until wilted and bright green, 2 to 3 minutes per batch. Transfer as cooked to a colander, then rinse under cold water until cool and drain well. Squeeze small handfuls of spinach to remove as much moisture as possible, then in 3 batches wrap spinach in several layers of paper towels and squeeze to remove even more moisture. Coarsely chop spinach.
- On a 16-inch sheet of plastic wrap, form half of spinach into a 13 1/2- by 1 1/2-inch log. Repeat with remaining spinach on another sheet of plastic wrap. Use plastic wrap and your hands to roll, compact, and smooth sides of logs. Remove and discard plastic wrap. With a sharp knife, cut each spinach log crosswise into 9 (1 1/2-inch) pieces (18 total), then arrange, cut sides up, on a platter, reshaping and smoothing mounds with your fingers.
- Finely grind 2 teaspoons sesame seeds in a blender, then add peanut oil, vinegar, mirin, shoyu, sesame oil, and salt and blend until combined well. Spoon 1 teaspoon dressing over each spinach mound, stirring dressing occasionally (it will separate as it stands), and sprinkle mounds with remaining 4 teaspoons sesame seeds.
SESAME SPINACH SPREAD RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-4427
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In medium bowl stir together all ingred. except seeds Sprinkle with seeds Serve with crackers
STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD WITH SESAME-POPPY SEED DRESSING
Fresh, fast and delicious...what's not to like about this scrumptious salad topped with crunchy, slivered almonds? Thanks to Vickie Vermillion in Carrollton, Texas for sharing her lovely recipe.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Divide the spinach, strawberries and celery between two salad plates. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, sugar, vinegar, sesame seeds and poppy seeds. Drizzle over salads. Sprinkle with almonds; serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 54mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHOPPED SPINACH WITH TOASTED SESAME SEEDS
Categories Leafy Green Side Quick & Easy Low/No Sugar Vinegar Spinach Summer Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place sesame seeds in heavy skillet; sprinkle lightly with salt. Stir over medium heat until seeds are light golden, about 6 minutes. Set aside.
- Line large colander with kitchen towel. Pack spinach, with water still clinging to leaves, into heavy large pot. Cook over high heat until wilted but still bright green, turning spinach with tongs for even cooking, about 4 minutes. Transfer spinach to prepared colander. Cool slightly. Wrap towel around spinach and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. Transfer spinach to work surface and chop coarsely. Place in medium bowl. Add sesame oil, vinegar, and hot pepper sauce. Toss to blend evenly. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. (Can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
Tips:
- Choose fresh spinach: Look for spinach leaves that are deep green and crisp. Avoid wilted or yellowing leaves.
- Wash spinach thoroughly: Rinse spinach leaves in cold water several times to remove any dirt or grit. You can also use a salad spinner to dry the leaves.
- Toast sesame seeds: Toasting sesame seeds enhances their flavor and aroma. You can toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly, until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Use a variety of seasonings: In addition to sesame seeds, you can also season spinach with other ingredients, such as garlic, ginger, soy sauce, rice vinegar, or sesame oil.
- Serve immediately: Chopped spinach is best served immediately after it is made. If you need to store it, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Chopped spinach with toasted sesame seeds is a simple but delicious dish that can be enjoyed as a side dish or as part of a main course. It is a good source of vitamins and minerals, and it can be made in just a few minutes. If you are looking for a healthy and flavorful way to enjoy spinach, this recipe is a great option.
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