Dairy-Free Creamy Spinach Sauce

Elevate your mealtime with this luscious Dairy-Free Creamy Spinach Sauce, a velvety blend of nutrient-packed fresh spinach, rich coconut milk, and zesty lemon juice. Perfect for those seeking a plant-based alternative, this sauce is thickened naturally with cornstarch and infused with a nutty, cheesy flavor from nutritional yeast. The sautéed onion and garlic base adds depth, while a pinch of nutmeg enhances its earthy, comforting taste. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables, making it a quick and wholesome addition to any meal. Whether you're dairy-free, vegan, or simply looking for a delicious new way to enjoy greens, this creamy spinach sauce is sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 1 cup canned coconut milk
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing and drying the spinach leaves thoroughly. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the spinach leaves to the skillet and stir until the leaves are wilted, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Transfer the cooked spinach, onions, and garlic mixture to a blender. Add in the coconut milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 6

Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as necessary.

Step 7

Dissolve the cornstarch in water to create a slurry.

Step 8

Pour the spinach mixture back into the skillet over low heat and add the cornstarch slurry. Stir continuously until the sauce starts to thicken, about 3 minutes.

Step 9

Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper to taste, if needed.

Step 10

Remove from heat and serve the sauce warm over your choice of pasta, rice, or as a flavorful addition to your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(522.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	970.2

Total Fat 86.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2482.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.0g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 160.8mg	0%
Iron 12.1mg	0%
Potassium 1570.8mg	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: 75.9%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 17.1%