Best 7 Steamed Spinach With Herbs Recipes

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Craving a healthy and flavorful side dish? Look no further than steamed spinach with herbs! This classic dish is not only packed with essential nutrients, but it's also incredibly versatile and easy to make. Whether you prefer a simple preparation with just a touch of garlic and lemon, or a more robust version featuring a variety of herbs and spices, this recipe collection has something for every palate. From a classic steamed spinach with garlic and butter to more creative takes like spinach with feta and pine nuts, or a spicy Szechuan-style spinach, these recipes offer a range of flavors and textures to satisfy any craving. So grab a bunch of fresh spinach and get ready to elevate your next meal with this delicious and nutritious dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

QUICK STEAMED SPINACH



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A simple side dish, just add lemon or butter.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound spinach, about 2 bunches
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon unsalted butter (optional)

Steps:

  • Wash spinach in several changes of cold water until free of sand. Remove stems.
  • Place a metal steamer in a medium saucepan filled with 1 inch of water. Bring to a boil. Add spinach, cover, and steam for about 3 minutes, or until just wilted. Remove from steamer; season with lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss with butter if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35 g, Cholesterol 3 g, Fat 1 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3 g

GARLIC SAUTEED SPINACH



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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

1 1/2 pounds baby spinach leaves
2 tablespoons good olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped garlic (6 cloves)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Lemon
Sea or kosher salt, optional

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.

SIMPLE STEAMED SPINACH



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This simple side dish works well alongside our Radicchio and Mushroom Roulade.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound fresh spinach, stems removed, rinsed well but not dried
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place spinach in a large pot. Cover tightly,and cook over high heat until spinach begins to wilt, about 2 minutes. Toss with oil, season with salt and pepper.

STEAMED SPINACH



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Spinach greens will become tender in a few minutes after steaming, so don't walk away from them.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Vegetables     Spinach Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 1

2 1/2 pounds fresh spinach, washed, water still clinging to the leaves

Steps:

  • To steam, leave water clinging to the leaves. Place in a large pot over high heat and cover. Don't walk away -- the greens get tender and toothsome when just collapsed from the steam really fast, 3 to 4 minutes. Oversteaming separates the moisture from the leaves and results in mushy, gloppy spinach.

STEAMED BABY SPINACH



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Provided by Robin Miller : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 4m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

10 ounces baby spinach
1 tablespoon water

Steps:

  • Place spinach and water in a microwaveable bowl. Cover tightly and microwave until starting to wilt, about 30 seconds to 2 minutes depending on your microwave.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 30 calorie, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 113 milligrams, Carbohydrate 7.5 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 1.5 grams

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

STEAMED SPINACH WITH LEMON



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Steamed spinach, cooked in mere minutes, is tossed with heart-healthy olive oil in this easy side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 4

9 ounces baby or trimmed regular spinach
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, plus lemon wedges for garnish
1/8 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Fill a medium saucepan with 2 inches of water, and fit with a steamer insert. Bring to a boil. Add spinach. Reduce to a simmer. Cover, and steam until spinach has wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer to a serving bowl. Toss with oil, lemon juice, and salt. Garnish with lemon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 45 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, Sodium 86 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh spinach: Look for spinach leaves that are deep green and free of yellowing or wilting.
  • Wash spinach thoroughly: Before cooking, rinse spinach leaves under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Use a large pot or steamer: Spinach will wilt significantly during cooking, so it's important to use a large enough pot or steamer to accommodate the leaves.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot or steamer: Overcrowding the pot or steamer will prevent the spinach from cooking evenly.
  • Steam spinach for a short time: Spinach cooks quickly, so it's important to steam it for just a few minutes, or until it is wilted and tender.
  • Season spinach to taste: Once cooked, season spinach with salt, pepper, and other seasonings to taste.
  • Serve spinach immediately: Steamed spinach is best served immediately after cooking.

Conclusion:

Steamed spinach with herbs is a quick and easy side dish that is packed with nutrients. This simple recipe can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish to grilled or roasted meats, fish, or poultry. With its vibrant green color and delicious flavor, steamed spinach is a great way to add a healthy and flavorful boost to your next meal.

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