Best 7 Sauteed Spinach With Golden Raisins Recipes

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**Sautéed Spinach with Golden Raisins: A Delightful Side Dish**

If you're seeking a simple yet flavorful side dish to complement your main course, look no further than sautéed spinach with golden raisins. This classic dish combines the earthy flavor of fresh spinach with the sweet and tangy notes of golden raisins, creating a vibrant and delectable accompaniment that is both nutritious and visually appealing. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this recipe is easy to follow and yields exceptional results. In addition to the traditional sautéed spinach with golden raisins, this article offers variations to suit your taste preferences, including a garlic-infused version and a delightful combination with pine nuts and lemon zest. With its versatility and ease of preparation, sautéed spinach with golden raisins is a perfect choice for busy weeknight dinners, elegant gatherings, or as a healthy addition to your lunch menu. Explore the recipes within this article to discover the perfect sautéed spinach dish for your next culinary adventure.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH RAISINS AND PINE NUTS



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Sauteed spinachtossed with sweet goldenraisins and lightly toastedpine nuts can be served on theside of our Beef Tenderloin with Shallot Mustard Sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup golden raisins
2 (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total) fresh spinach
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 cup pine nuts
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place golden raisins in a small bowl, and cover with 3/4 cup warm water; set aside. Remove any tough stems from spinach, and wash thoroughly. Set aside.
  • Place a wide, 6-quart saucepot over medium-high heat, and add olive oil. Add garlic, and saute for 1 minute. Add pine nuts. Cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown, about 1 minute. Drain the reserved raisins, and add them to pan. Add spinach, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook, stirring constantly, just until spinach has wilted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

BABY SPINACH WITH ALMONDS AND GOLDEN RAISINS



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Yes, both bacon and butter can be part of healthy recipes! We use just a small amount of each in this low-calorie Spanish-inspired side dish, saving the butter for the very end so it has more impact.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons sliced almonds
2 slices bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small shallot, chopped
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 pounds baby spinach leaves
1/4 teaspoon Spanish smoked sweet paprika
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup golden raisins
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spread the almonds out on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until light brown and fragrant, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
  • Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until brown and crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the cooked bacon with a slotted spoon to a small bowl, leaving the drippings in the skillet.
  • Return the skillet to medium heat, add the shallots and 1 tablespoon water and cook, stirring, until soft, about 3 minutes. Add the vinegar and cook until it is reduced and the shallots are glazed, about 3 minutes more. Add the spinach in batches, stirring to wilt before adding more. When all the spinach has been added, raise the heat to high, add the paprika, red pepper flakes, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, covered, for 2 minutes. Remove the lid, stir in the raisins, toasted almonds, reserved bacon and butter and serve.

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GOLDEN RAISINS



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Golden raisins add a welcome note of sweetness to sauteed spinach.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 pounds trimmed spinach
1/4 cup golden raisins
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a large (12-inch) skillet, warm olive oil. Cook spinach in three additions, letting the first batch wilt before adding the next and tossing often, until completely wilted, 3 to 4 minutes total.
  • Stir in raisins. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 7 g

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH GOLD RAISINS AND TOASTED PINE NUTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 23m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon minced shallots
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1 1/2 tablespoons golden raisins (or currants), plumped in water
1 1/2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
2 dashes sherry vinegar or fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon butter
5 cups packed baby spinach
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add the oil and heat. Add the shallots and garlic and saute until softened. Add the raisins and cook until warm, about 1 minute. Add the pine nuts, increase the heat, and add the sherry vinegar. Stir with a wooden spoon to scrape up the browned bits that cling to the bottom of the pan. Add the butter and melt, then add the spinach and stir or toss with tongs until wilted. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and serve.

SPINACH WITH PINE NUTS AND RAISINS



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Provided by Joyce Goldstein

Categories     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Rosh Hashanah/Yom Kippur     Raisin     Pine Nut     Spinach     Kosher     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 pounds spinach
2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
2 small yellow onions or 6 green onions, minced
4 tablespoons raisins, plumped in hot water and drained
4 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Rinse the spinach well and remove the stems. Place in a large sauté pan with only the rinsing water clinging to the leaves. Cook over medium heat, turning as needed until wilted, just a few minutes. Drain well and set aside. Add the olive oil to the now-empty pan and place over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add the spinach, raisins, and pine nuts and sauté briefly to warm through. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm or at room temperature.

SAUTEED SPINACH WITH A TWIST



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I love this dish! The twist is in the golden raisins. They add such a wonderful flavor. The saltiness of the broth and cheese blends well with the sweetness of the raisins. My kids love it!

Provided by Marni

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 bunches fresh spinach, trimmed
3 tablespoons low-sodium chicken broth
¼ cup golden raisins
1 teaspoon garlic powder
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons freshly shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat; add spinach and turn using tongs, until coated with oil. Cook, while turning, until just wilted, about 4 minutes. Add chicken broth, golden raisins, garlic powder, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Cook and stir spinach mixture until cheese is melted and raisins are plump, 1 to 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.4 calories, Carbohydrate 14.1 g, Cholesterol 1.1 mg, Fat 7.8 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 155.9 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

QUICK AND EASY SAUTEED SPINACH



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Fresh spinach is cooked in olive oil with garlic salt and Parmesan cheese in this recipe.

Provided by Denee

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Greens

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 (10 ounce) bag spinach leaves
1 ½ teaspoons garlic salt
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spinach to the skillet and cover; allow to cook 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic salt and cover again for another 5 minutes; remove from heat. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.7 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 5.5 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 831.2 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-washed spinach.
  • If you don't have golden raisins, use regular raisins or dried cranberries.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little spice.
  • Serve sautéed spinach as a side dish with chicken, fish, or pasta.
  • For a vegetarian meal, add a fried or poached egg on top.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Sautéed spinach with golden raisins is a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it's also a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give sautéed spinach with golden raisins a try. You won't be disappointed!

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