The Recipe · No.845 · Sautéed Spinach

Sautéed Spinach, and Where to Source It

Work fast and high. Spinach collapses to almost nothing, so cook it in a hot pan for barely a minute — just until it wilts — and get it out. Any longer and it turns dull and watery.

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Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep3 min
Cook5 min
Makes2 servings
CuisineAmerican
Greedometer ●●●●● Angel food Level Easy
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
Cook it with
One-pot
Suits
VeganGluten-free
Straight Answers
Can you make Sautéed Spinach in an air fryer? — Sometimes

Sometimes — if the pieces are small and cooked dry, an air fryer can handle it in a single layer; anything saucy or liquid needs a pan. When in doubt, the stovetop or oven is the safe call.

Can you freeze Sautéed Spinach? — Yes

Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.

Can you make Sautéed Spinach ahead of time? — Partly

The components hold — prep the parts ahead and finish it close to serving for the best texture.

Is Sautéed Spinach gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Sautéed Spinach vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

Part One
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 2 servings
Fresh spinach
A big pile; it wilts down to a fraction. Bought local.
10 oz
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Garlic
Sliced thin and softened in the oil first. Fresh, firm heads.
2 cloves
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Olive oil and lemon
Oil to cook, a squeeze of lemon and salt to finish. A fruity extra-virgin.
to taste
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Part Two
The Method
  1. Warm the garlicWarm the garlic gently in the olive oil until fragrant, not browned.
  2. WiltAdd the spinach in handfuls, tossing, until just wilted — about a minute.
  3. FinishSeason with salt and a squeeze of lemon and serve right away.
Part Three
The Toolkit

Skillet · Tongs · Chef's knife

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