Adapted from Shubhra Ramineni’s recipe for the Recipe for Success Foundation Seed-to-Plate Nutrition Education™ program in schools
- 1 pound fresh okra sliced into ¼ inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 bunch fresh spinach
- 1/2 limes juiced
- 1 small onion sliced into half moons
- 1/2 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon 1 tbsp salt
- cooked grain of your choice rice, quinoa, lentils
- Pour oil into a large nonstick skillet and place over medium-high heat
- Once the oil is heated, add the okra and lime juice. Sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently
- Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the onion, garlic, spinach, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
- Sauté until onions become translucent and the Malabar spinach is a vibrant, deep green color, about 15 minutes.
- Serve over rice, quinoa, or the grain of your choice and enjoy!