Description
Enjoy a quick and flavorful dish with these Easy Sautéed Mushrooms with Spinach. This recipe combines earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, and a hint of garlic for a nutrient-packed side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (optional)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 8 ounces cremini or white mushrooms (sliced)
- 5 ounces fresh baby spinach
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or balsamic vinegar (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil (and butter if using): In a large skillet over medium heat, add the garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the sliced mushrooms: Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and become golden brown.
- Season with salt and pepper: Add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Add the spinach: Cook for 1–2 minutes until just wilted.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat and drizzle with lemon juice or balsamic vinegar if preferred. Serve warm as a side dish or over grains.
Notes
- Use a mix of mushroom varieties for deeper flavor.
- This dish pairs well with eggs, pasta, or as a base for grain bowls.
- For a dairy-free version, skip the butter.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ of recipe
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
