Refreshing Spinach and Green Apple Stove-Top Snack

Ingredients

- 2 cups fresh spinach, packed
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 green apple, cored and sliced
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 lemon, juiced

Instructions

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Wash the spinach and parsley thoroughly. Pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Core and slice the green apple into thin wedges.
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
- Peel and grate the fresh ginger onto a small plate.
- Squeeze the juice from the lemon and set aside.

2. Heat the Spinach and Parsley:
- Place a medium-sized nonstick skillet over medium heat on the stove.
- Add the chopped parsley and spinach to the skillet.
- Stir frequently and cook for about 3 minutes until the greens are wilted but still vibrant.

3. Add Apple and Cucumber:
- Add the apple slices and cucumber rounds to the skillet.
- Sprinkle the grated ginger evenly over the mixture.
- Stir gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Cook for an additional 2 minutes, just until the apple is slightly tender yet retains its crispness.

4. Finish with Lemon Juice:
- Remove the skillet from the heat.
- Drizzle the freshly squeezed lemon juice over the contents of the skillet for a burst of flavor.
- Give a gentle toss to ensure the lemon juice lightly coats all components.

5. Serve:
- Transfer the warm mixture to a serving bowl.
- Serve immediately to enjoy as a delightful and invigorating snack.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time:
PT10M
10 minutes

Cooking Time:
PT5M
5 minutes

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Spinach Snack, Green Apple Recipe, Healthy Snack, Quick Snack, Vegetarian Snack, Easy Snack, Ginger Lime Snack, Nutritious Snack, Cucumber Dish, Plant-Based Snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 120 calories in total

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