Best 4 Sauteed Sweet Potatoes And Spinach Recipes

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**Sauteed Sweet Potatoes and Spinach: A Nutritious and Flavorful Side Dish**

Looking for a quick and easy side dish that's packed with flavor and nutrition? Look no further than sauteed sweet potatoes and spinach! This simple yet delicious dish is made with just a few fresh ingredients and can be ready in under 30 minutes. The sweet potatoes are tender and slightly caramelized, while the spinach is wilted and flavorful. This dish is also a great way to sneak in some extra vegetables into your diet. So whether you're looking for a healthy side dish for your next meal or a quick and easy lunch, sauteed sweet potatoes and spinach is the perfect choice.

**Additional Recipes to Try:**

* **Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey and Cinnamon:** These roasted sweet potatoes are tossed in a sweet and savory mixture of honey, cinnamon, and spices. They're perfect for a fall side dish or a healthy snack.

* **Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos:** These tacos are filled with a delicious mixture of sweet potatoes, black beans, corn, and spices. They're easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal.

* **Sweet Potato Fries:** These sweet potato fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. They're the perfect alternative to regular french fries and can be served with your favorite dipping sauce.

These are just a few of the many ways you can enjoy sauteed sweet potatoes and spinach. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GARLICKY SAUTEED SWEET POTATOES & SPINACH



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A little sweet and wonderfully garlicky, this Sauteed Sweet Potatoes & Spinach side dish is packed with vitamins and can be prepared in 10 minutes. 99 calories and 4 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP

Provided by Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
1 sweet potato 12 ounces, (peeled & grated)
2 green onions (thinly sliced, green & white parts separated)
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 garlic cloves (minced)
2 cups spinach

Steps:

  • Heat 2 teaspoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the grated sweet potato and white sections of the green onions. Saute until the sweet potato is starting to soften, stirring constantly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the thyme, salt and pepper.
  • Add the remaining 2 teaspoons olive oil, then add the garlic, spinach and remaining green onions. Cook, stirring constantly, until the spinach is slightly wilted, about 1 minute.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.66 Cup, Calories 98.9 kcal, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, Fat 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 138.6 mg, Fiber 2.2 g, Sugar 2.1 g

ROASTED SWEET POTATOES AND WILTED SPINACH



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and quartered
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup canola oil
2 large red onions, finely chopped
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup butter
1 bag baby spinach (between 10 ounces and 16 ounces), soaked, well-rinsed and dried

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a mixing bowl, season potatoes with salt and pepper and toss with oil to coat. Place on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove briefly from oven and toss in onions, and return to oven to roast until potatoes are tender, approximately another 20 minutes. Transfer roasted potato mixture to a bowl. Drizzle honey over potatoes, add butter, mixing well, and then gently toss in spinach. The heat from the potatoes will wilt the spinach.

SWEET POTATO NOODLES (JAPCHAE)



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Provided by Cecilia Hae-Jin Lee

Categories     Beef     Dinner     Lunch     Meat     Noodle     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 or 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 ounces sweet potato noodles
1/2 bunch spinach (about 4 ounces), rinsed and trimmed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons Asian sesame oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
6 ounces beef rib-eye, cut into 1/4- to 1/2-inch-thick strips
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/4 medium onion, sliced
3 to 4 pyongo or shiitake mushrooms, sliced
1 carrot, shredded or cut into thin strips
3 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup sugar
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish

Steps:

  • Cook the sweet potato noodles in a large pot of boiling water for 4 to 5 minutes. Immediately drain and rinse thoroughly under cold water. Be sure not to overcook the noodles, or they will lose their chewy texture. If you like, cut the noodles with scissors into 6- to 7-inch lengths for easier eating.
  • Blanch the spinach in boiling water. Rinse immediately under cold water, squeeze the water from the leaves and form into a ball, and then cut the ball in half. Combine the spinach, half the garlic, 1/2 teaspoon of the sesame oil, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Set aside to let the flavors soak in.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the beef, the remaining garlic, 1 teaspoon of the soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon of the sesame oil. Stir-fry until the beef is cooked, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onion, mushrooms, and carrot and cook until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Add the green onions and stir-fry for another minute. Remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the noodles, beef mixture, spinach, remaining 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and the sugar. Serve warm, sprinkled with sesame seeds.

SWEET POTATO SPINACH BAKE



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This wonderful, bright meal-in-one from our Test Kitchen is filled with layers of flavor. Gouda cheese and bacon lend a rich, savory taste to the sweet potato and spinach combination.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups whole milk
2 cups shredded Gouda cheese
3 tablespoons crumbled cooked bacon

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Cover and microwave on high for 8-10 minutes or until tender. , Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, saute onion in butter until tender. Add spinach. Stir in flour and seasonings until blended. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat. , Drain sweet potatoes. Spread half of the spinach mixture into a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Top with half of the potatoes and cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with bacon. Cover and bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 643 calories, Fat 33g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 955mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose firm, brightly colored sweet potatoes for the best flavor and texture.
  • Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into uniform-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat before adding the sweet potatoes. This will help them to brown and caramelize.
  • Stir the sweet potatoes frequently so that they cook evenly and do not burn.
  • Add the spinach to the pan towards the end of cooking. Spinach wilts quickly, so it does not need to cook for long.
  • Season the sweet potatoes and spinach with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve the sautéed sweet potatoes and spinach immediately as a side dish or main course.

Conclusion:

Sautéed sweet potatoes and spinach is a quick, easy, and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. This dish is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and potassium. It is also a good source of antioxidants, which can help to protect the body from damage caused by free radicals. Sautéed sweet potatoes and spinach is a delicious and healthy way to add more vegetables to your diet.

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