Name: Sesame-Seasoned Spinach
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 0.25 cup water; 1 pound baby spinach (about 20 cups); 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (see Tip); 2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 small clove garlic, minced

Sesame-Seasoned Spinach

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In Korea there is an entire category of side dishes called namul. These are boldly seasoned vegetables from the land and the sea. This particular recipe reflects Korea's love of both spinach and sesame seeds. The seeds are always toasted before serving for a boost of flavor. This namul can be served alone or as one of the colorful elements in bibimbap.

By Jamie Purviance

Updated on July 9, 2019

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

10 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings, about 1/2 cup each

Nutrition Profile:

Heart Healthy Low-Calorie Low Carbohydrate Dairy-Free Diabetes Appropriate Gluten-Free Vegetarian Vegan Low Sodium Low Added Sugars

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Ingredients

¼ cup water
1 pound baby spinach (about 20 cups)
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (see Tip)
2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 small clove garlic, minced

Directions

Place water in a very large pot or Dutch oven and bring to a boil over high heat. Add spinach and cook, stirring frequently, until completely wilted, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a colander and let stand until cool enough to handle. Squeeze out excess water.
Coarsely chop the spinach. Place in a bowl and mix in sesame seeds, soy sauce, sesame oil and garlic. Serve at room temperature.

Tips

Kitchen Tip: To toast nuts and seeds, cook in a small dry skillet over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

People with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity should use soy sauces that are labeled "gluten-free," as soy sauce may contain wheat or other gluten-containing sweeteners and flavors.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

56	Calories
4g	Fat
4g	Carbs
3g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 56
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 4g	2%
Dietary Fiber 2g	9%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 3g	6%
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 1g	3%
Vitamin A 9152IU	183%
Vitamin C 9mg	10%
Folate 130mcg	32%
Sodium 151mg	7%
Calcium 143mg	11%
Iron 4mg	19%
Magnesium 85mg	20%
Potassium 425mg	9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.