Sauteed Spinach and Mushrooms

Sometimes, on busy evenings, you just need a quick, simple side dish to upgrade your meal. This spinach mushroom recipe fits the bill. It takes less than 10 minutes to cook but packs garlicky flavors for a tasty side dish. If you prepare a big enough batch, you can dig into it through the week by simply reheating it. It pairs deliciously with roasted proteins like salmon or chicken for a hearty dinner. 

Spinach Mushroom Ingredients

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• Vegetables: We saute spinach, mushrooms and garlic together because they’re quick-cooking vegetables packed with nutrients. 
• Olive oil: We prefer olive oil for this recipe because it imparts a delicious taste to these sauteed veggies.

Directions

Step 1: Saute the veggies

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In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Next, add the mushrooms and saute until tender, about two minutes. Toss in the garlic and cook for about a minute longer. Add the spinach in batches and stir until it wilts about one minute. Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

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Spinach Mushroom Variations 

• Make it spicy: To increase the heat in this saute, toss in some red pepper flakes or Calabrian chili paste. 
• Add bacon: Upgrade this veggie side dish by adding crumbly bacon pieces to infuse salty and savory flavors. 
• Add onions: To enhance the flavor of this sauteed spinach and mushroom dish, mix in some caramelized onions.

How to Store Spinach and Mushrooms

Allow your saute to cool down, then divide them into smaller servings. Next, store the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for three to five days.

Can you make this spinach mushroom recipe ahead of time?

If you’re meal prepping, you can prepare this sauteed spinach and mushroom dish ahead of time. Follow the recipe; let it cool, store in the fridge for three to five days and reheat it when you’re ready to eat. 

Can you freeze this sauteed spinach and mushroom dish?

This sauteed spinach and mushroom dish can be stored in an airtight container in the freezer for up to two months. Then, defrost it when you are ready to reheat and eat.

How long does this spinach mushroom dish last?

Spinach and mushrooms can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for two to five days or in the freezer for up to two months.

Spinach Mushrooms Tips

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What’s the best way to clean mushrooms?

Gently rinse the mushrooms in a colander, removing any dirt. Then, slice off any woody ends.

Can I use a different vegetable for this recipe?

You can certainly try this recipe with different vegetables. Try adding kale, mustard greens or Swiss chard instead of spinach.

What can I serve sauteed spinach and mushrooms with?

This garlicky sauteed spinach and mushrooms shines next to roasted proteins like salmon or chicken. You can mix it into a delicious scampi pasta, too.