Lemon Spinach

Lemon Spinach

60 Ratings

Lemon Spinach in a bowl

Makes: 4 servings

Total Cost: $$$$

This tangy spinach side dish can be prepared in a flash! Lemon juice adds extra flavor to this dish. Enjoy as a side to your favorite entree!

Ingredients

8 cups spinach (1 pound, fresh)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Wash hands with soap and water.
Wash the spinach. Trim off the stems.
Put the spinach, black pepper, and lemon juice in a pan.
Cook over medium heat. Let the spinach boil for about 3 minutes, until just tender.

Notes

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Source:

Pennsylvania Nutrition Education Network

Nutrition Information

Serving Size: 1/4 cup, 1/4 of recipe

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	15
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Cholesterol	0 mg
Sodium	48 mg
Carbohydrates	3 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Total Sugars	0 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	2 g
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Calcium	60 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	341 mg

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Nutrients	Amount
Total Calories	15
Total Fat	0 g
Saturated Fat	0 g
Monounsaturated Fat	0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	0 g
Linoleic Acid	0 g
α-Linolenic Acid	0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA	0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA	0 mg
Cholesterol	0 mg
Carbohydrates	3 g
Dietary Fiber	1 g
Total Sugars	0 g
Added Sugars included	0 g
Protein	2 g
Minerals
Calcium	60 mg
Potassium	341 mg
Sodium	48 mg
Copper	81 mcg
Iron	2 mg
Magnesium	48 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Selenium	1 mcg
Zinc	0 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A	281 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Vitamin B12	0 mg
Vitamin C	18 mg
Vitamin D	0 mcg
Vitamin E	1 mg
Vitamin K	290 mcg
Folate	117 mcg DFE
Thiamin	0 mg
Riboflavin	0.1 mg
Niacin	0 mg
Choline	12 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables

3/4 cups

MyPlate.gov is based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025