True Taste of Italy

Steamed Spinach with Lemon (Spinaci con Limone) is a delicious way to enjoy this popular vegetable.  The beauty of this dish is its simplicity.  The delicate spinach leaves are steamed and coated with a refreshing lemon mixture to brighten the entire dish.

Ingredients for Steamed Spinach with Lemon:

• 2 pounds fresh spinach
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2-3 tablespoons lemon juice

Directions for Steamed Spinach with Lemon:

• Steam spinach about 10 minutes.  Remove and drain.  Set aside to cool for a few minutes.
• Cut spinach and combine with olive oil, salt and pepper to taste, and lemon in a serving bowl.
• Mix well and serve.  Spinach may be served at room temperature or chilled.  Enjoy!

This Steamed Spinach with Lemon recipe serves 4 to 6.

Tags: lemon, olive oil, spinach, steamed spinach