Get more flavor out of your sauteed greens! This sauteed spinach recipe is full of health benefits and tastes amazing – it’s perfect as a side or on its own.

Benefits:

Spinach is rich in nutrients and has been found to help reduce cholesterol, support the body’s natural detoxification process, and be a good source of calcium and magnesium to support bone health.

Garlic may help lower cholesterol levels when consumed daily, and has been shown to exhibit antibacterial, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.

Pink salt, also known as Himalayan salt, is an unrefined salt that contains dozens of trace minerals.

Italian Sauteed Spinach

Yield 5-6 servings (as a side)

Ingredients

1 tsp. oil

1 clove garlic, diced

½ tsp. red pepper flakes, or more to taste

10 cups baby spinach

pink salt, to taste

Instructions

Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the oil, then garlic and red pepper flakes. Let cook for a minute before adding the spinach. Cook, stirring occasionally, 3-5 minutes, until wilted.

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