Sautéed Spinach with Sesame Dressing

Ingredients

• 11 oz baby spinach
• 2 tbsp water
• 3 tbsp sesame seeds (lightly toasted and cooled, divided)
• 1/4 cup peanut oil (or sunflower or olive oil)
• 1 tsp honey
• 2 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Toast the sesame seeds in a skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for 3–5 minutes until lightly browned and fragrant. Transfer to a bowl and allow to cool.

   5 min
2. 2

   In the same skillet, add the spinach and 2 tablespoons of water. Sauté until the spinach is just wilted and tender, about 2–3 minutes.

   3 min
3. 3

   Transfer the spinach to a colander and rinse briefly under cold water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible, then place the spinach in a shallow serving bowl.

   2 min
4. 4

   Make the dressing by adding 2 tablespoons of toasted sesame seeds to a blender and blending until slightly broken down, about 30 seconds. Add peanut oil, honey, soy sauce, and toasted sesame oil (if using). Blend until smooth and well combined.

   1 min
5. 5

   Drizzle half the sesame dressing over the spinach and toss to coat. Sprinkle with the remaining tablespoon of toasted sesame seeds before serving.

   1 min
6. 6

   Serve chilled or at room temperature.

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