This easy sautéed spinach recipe is a simple way to turn fresh greens into a delicious side dish in under 10 minutes. Lightly cooked with garlic and olive oil, the spinach wilts down into a tender, savory dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrients. It’s perfect for busy weeknights, elegant dinners, or anytime you need a fast and healthy vegetable on the table.
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 sauté 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 and a sprinkling of kosher salt.
Serve hot.
