Dairy-Free Cheesy Spinach Bake

Indulge in the creamy, savory goodness of this Dairy-Free Cheesy Spinach Bake—a wholesome, plant-based twist on a comfort food classic. Packed with vibrant fresh spinach and a luscious, cheese-like sauce made from almond milk and nutritional yeast, this dish is as satisfying as it is nutritious. A golden breadcrumb topping adds the perfect crispy contrast to the velvety spinach filling, while hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of paprika provide irresistible layers of flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes from prep to table, this gluten-free-friendly recipe is ideal as a side dish or standout main for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Perfectly suited for dairy-free and vegan lifestyles, this bake is sure to become a go-to favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 16 ounces fresh spinach
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1.5 cups plain unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 0.5 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if necessary)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach in batches, allowing each batch to wilt before adding more.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the almond milk and cornstarch until smooth.

Step 7

Pour the almond milk mixture into the skillet with the spinach and stir well.

Step 8

Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Continue to cook for 5 minutes, letting the sauce thicken.

Step 9

Transfer the spinach mixture to a greased 9x9-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly.

Step 10

Sprinkle the breadcrumbs evenly over the top of the spinach mixture.

Step 11

Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbling.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1068.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	678.6

Total Fat 23.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3606.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 7.2g
Protein 23.1g	0%

Vitamin D 150.0IU	0%
Calcium 1190.3mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 526.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.5%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 55.9%