Spinach with Raisins and Pine Nuts

This charming spinach side dish, with its sweet raisins and nutty pine nuts, adds a wholesome lift to meals featuring chicken, lamb, or oily fish, evoking a sense of Mediterranean simplicity that's both elegant and approachable. It's like a sneaky way to make vegetables the star, proving that greens can be as exciting as the main event. (Who knew a handful of raisins could jazz up spinach so effortlessly?)

The earthy flavours of fresh spinach blend beautifully with the chewiness of raisins and the crisp texture of pine nuts, creating a comforting and nutritious experience. A subtle hint of nutmeg ties it all together, offering a warm, satisfying depth that feels indulgent yet light, making it an aspirational choice for everyday dining or special occasions.

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Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes

Ingredients

Spinach

100g raisins, soaked in water for 20 minutes
1 kg spinach leaves
100g pine nuts
4 tbsp olive oil
pinch nutmeg
salt and pepper

Method

Spinach: Trim the spinach and rinse it in plenty of water. Place the spinach in a large saucepan with excess water form rinsing, cover the pan and place it over a moderate high heat. Cook the spinach for 3-5 minutes until the leaves are wilted. Remove the spinach from the heat and drain it, rinse the spinach in plenty of cold water. Squeeze out the excess water and chop it finely. Set the spinach aside until ready to cook.
To Cook: Heat the oil in a large saucepan over a moderate heat. Add the spinach, pine nuts and raisinsto the hot oil and reduce the heat. Cook the spinach for a 3-5 minutes until heated through. Season the spinach with a little salt and pepper and stir in the nutmeg. Serve