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Spinach with pine nuts

Recipe Information

Description:
Spinach with pine nuts is a delicious American recipe usually served as a side dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 15 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 25 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 15 Minutes
Total Time 25 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Pine Nuts; Spinach
Category Nuts, Fats, & Oils; Vegetables
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup plump golden raisins

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1/2 cup pine nuts

  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed

  • 1 1/4 pounds baby spinach leaves

  • 2 tablespoons lemon zest, freshly grated

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  • Place the raisins in a bowl and pour boiling water over them until just covered. Let sit for 5 minutes. Drain thoroughly, then set aside.

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the pine nuts, and sauté until they turn golden. Add the garlic, and sauté for an additional minute. Stir in the raisins, then add the spinach leaves. Stir the ingredients until the spinach has wilted, about 1 minute.

  • Remove from the heat and add the lemon peel. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 221 cal

  • Total fat: 13g

  • Cholesterol: 0mg

  • Sodium: 115mg

  • Carbohydrate: 23g

  • Fiber: 6g

  • Protein: 9g