Sautéed Spinach is a culinary preparation which comprises of olive oil, spinach, garlic, lemon juice or vinegar as the primary ingredients. Spinach is a flowering plant native to central and south west Asia which is believed to have originated in ancient Persia. Sautéed Spinach is a nutritious food item consisting of carbohydrates, proteins, sodium, potassium, vitamin A, iron and fiber and is served as a side dish. There are also certain variations to the original recipe such as Sautéed Spinach Onion, Sautéed Spinach with garlic and Janet Sautéed Yellow Squash Spinach.