Description
Garlic Mushroom & Spinach is a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish made with earthy mushrooms, fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and a touch of balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 15 minutes, this nutrient-rich recipe is versatile enough to pair with meats, pasta, grains, or stand alone as a light low-carb option.
Ingredients
10 oz fresh spinach
2–3 cups sliced mushrooms (Bella or any variety)
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 jalapeño pepper, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar (or fresh lemon juice)
2 tablespoons butter (or olive oil for dairy-free option)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and sauté for 3–5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño, cooking for 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice) and stir to combine.
- Add the fresh spinach and sauté just until wilted, then remove from heat immediately.
- Serve warm as a side dish or light main.
Notes
- Use fresh spinach for best texture, but frozen spinach can work if drained well.
- Swap jalapeño for red pepper flakes for a milder option.
- Add Parmesan, feta, or protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu to make it a main dish.
- Cook spinach only until wilted to prevent watery results.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers store up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
