Stir-Fried Spinach With Garlic and Lemon Zest recipe - 84 calories
Ingredients:
2 lbs fresh spinach
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest, grated
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt, to taste
ground pepper, to taste
Preparation:
1. Carefully rinse the spinach in several changes of water.
2. Discard the tough stems and any damaged leaves; drain briefly in a colander, shaking off excess water.
3. In a deep sauté pan or wok over medium-high heat, combine the olive oil, garlic and lemon zest.
4. After about 30 seconds (when the garlic begins to sizzle), stir in the damp spinach and, using tongs or 2 wooden spoons, toss and stir quickly until wilted (about 2-3 minutes).
5. Transfer the spinach to a warmed serving dish and sprinkle with salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; serve.
Servings: 4
Nutritional information for one serving:
Calories: 84
Calories from fat: 38
Total fat: 4.3g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Total carbs: 8.8g
Protein: 6.6g
Photo credit: kiwidutch
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