Palak Aloo is a nutritious Indian greens dish loaded with iron, vitamins, and authentic spices. This healthy vegetarian preparation is naturally low-calorie, DASH-friendly, and perfect for clean eats and family meals.
Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces; blanch the spinach in boiling water for 1 minute until wilted, then plunge into ice water to preserve color.
Drain spinach thoroughly, squeeze out excess moisture, and blend into a coarse puree with garlic, ginger, and tomato; set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat; add cumin seeds (if using whole), then sauté finely chopped onions until golden brown, stirring occasionally for even caramelization.
Add potatoes and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring to prevent sticking; sprinkle with turmeric, coriander, red chili powder, and salt, mixing well to coat the potatoes.
Cover and cook the potatoes for 12–15 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until tender; add the spinach puree and garam masala, cooking uncovered for another 3–4 minutes while evaporating excess moisture to desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed; serve warm, garnished with fresh lemon wedges if desired.