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Published: Jun 30, 2021 · Modified: Sep 29, 2021 by Tino Marie · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

Grilled Spinach

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Grilling spinach is a super simple way to serve up a healthy side - and quickly! All you need is a sheet pan, aluminum foil, and a few choice seasonings! 

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Grill mode has been activated and I’m grilling anything and everything. Including foods one may not initially consider “grill-friendly” - like spinach! 

Grilled Spinach

Why not grill spinach I say. If you have the grill fired up anyways, you might as well make yourself a quick side of spinach. No sense in turning on the stove.

Plus, grilling spinach is super quick and super easy. Once it hits the grill, it only takes 3-4 minutes to cook. That’s it!

How do you grill spinach?

The best way to grill spinach is to do it on a large sheet pan, then cover with aluminum foil. It lets you cook a lot of spinach at one time; the large surface area of the sheet pan means you don’t have to cook spinach in batches (at least when cooking for two). Covering the sheet pan of spinach with aluminum foil creates a seal that effectively steams your spinach so it cooks quickly.

Grilled Spinach

And you can put those tongs down because there’s no need to fuss with it as it cooks. Just set it and forget it!

At least for 3-4 minutes.

What ingredients do I need to make Grilled Spinach?

You can use any combination of seasonings you’d like, but here’s a simple Grilled Spinach recipe that I like to use:

  • 10 ounces fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2-3 dashes of cayenne pepper or hot Hungarian paprika (optional)

What kind of grill do I need to grill spinach?

I wager you can grill spinach perfectly on both charcoal and propane grills when you follow these instructions. However, I have only tried it on a Weber 3-burner propane grill, like the one below.

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Grilled Spinach cooking instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (by turning the burners of your propane grill to medium heat). 
  2. Add spinach to a large sheet pan. Drizzle the spinach with oil (olive or canola). 
  3. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (optional) over the spinach.
  4. Toss to combine. You want to keep tossing until the oil and seasonings are fairly evenly distributed, but don’t worry about coating every leaf.
  5. Put the sheet pan of spinach on the grill and cover. Cook for 3-4 minutes and immediately remove from the grill.
  6. Serve immediately. If you leave the foil covering the spinach it will continue to cook, so I recommend uncovering and serving immediately.
Grilled Spinach
Grilled Spinach
So steamy...
grilled spinach

Seasoning ideas and garnishes

I kept the seasonings simple in this grilled spinach recipe, but you might also consider the following seasonings and garnishes.

Seasonings

  • Paprika (smoked or plain)
  • Black pepper
  • Cumin
  • Dried herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme
  • Chili powder

Garnishes

  • Bacon crumbles
  • Feta cheese
  • Slivered almonds

If you like Grilled Spinach, you might also like:

  • Grilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs
  • Grilled Ranch Chicken
  • Simple Sauteed Brussels Sprouts
  • Jalapeno Popper Creamed Kale
  • Spicy Watermelon Feta Salad
  • Zesty Baked Potato Soup
  • Tex-Mex Pasta Salad
  • Instant Pot Basmati Rice
grilled spinach

Grilled Spinach

Grilling spinach is a super simple way to serve up a healthy side - and quickly! All you need is a sheet pan, aluminum foil, and a few choice seasonings! 
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Prep Time 4 mins
Cook Time 4 mins
Total Time 8 mins
Course Side Dish
Servings 2 people

Ingredients
  

  • 10 ounces fresh baby spinach
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or canola oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2-3 dashes cayenne pepper or hot Hungarian paprika (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the grill to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (by turning the burners of your propane grill to medium heat). 
  • Add spinach to a large sheet pan. Drizzle the spinach with oil (olive or canola).
  • Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper (optional) over the spinach.
  • Toss to combine. You want to keep tossing until the oil and seasonings are fairly evenly distributed, but don’t worry about coating every leaf.
  • Put the sheet pan of spinach on the grill and cover. Cook for 3-4 minutes and immediately remove from the grill.
  • Serve immediately. If you leave the foil covering the spinach it will continue to cook, so I recommend uncovering and serving immediately.
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