Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms
Sautéed spinach and mushrooms are a classic side dish that's quick, easy, and delicious. This recipe uses an air fryer to cook the spinach and mushrooms quickly and evenly, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish. The lemon juice adds a bright and tangy flavor that complements the spinach and mushrooms perfectly.
Sautéed spinach and mushrooms have been a staple side dish in many cultures for centuries. The earliest known recipes for this dish date back to the Middle Ages, when cooks would use a simple mixture of spinach, mushrooms, and olive oil to create a flavorful and nutritious side dish. Over time, this recipe has evolved to include a variety of different ingredients, including garlic, shallots, and even bacon. However, the basic principles of the dish remain the same: quickly sautéing spinach and mushrooms in a hot pan until they are tender and flavorful.
Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms Sautéed Spinach and Mushrooms
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 7 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound baby spinach
  • 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. Toss the spinach, mushrooms, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Spread the mixture in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the spinach is wilted and the mushrooms are browned.
  5. Remove from the air fryer and squeeze lemon juice over the top.
  6. Serve immediately.
Why It Works
  • The air fryer cooks the spinach and mushrooms quickly and evenly, resulting in a tender and flavorful dish.
  • The lemon juice adds a bright and tangy flavor that complements the spinach and mushrooms perfectly.
  • This dish is a good source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy and delicious side dish.