Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach
Indulge in a wholesome and satisfying side dish with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Spinach recipe, a lighter twist on a classic favorite. Packed with fresh spinach leaves and a velvety, dairy-free sauce made from unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, this dish delivers a deliciously creamy texture while staying gentle on your heart. Enhanced by the warmth of ground nutmeg, a touch of black pepper, and the savory depth of sautéed onions and garlic, every bite is brimming with flavor. This recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it as a nutrient-dense side dish or pair it with whole grains or lean proteins for a balanced, plant-based meal. Enjoy the perfect blend of comfort and health in every forkful!
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Ingredients
- 8 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Wash and thoroughly dry the spinach leaves. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 3
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the almond milk and cornstarch until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the almond milk mixture into the skillet with the onions and garlic. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Stir in the nutritional yeast, ground nutmeg, black pepper, and salt, mixing well to combine.
Step 7
Add the spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently until all the leaves are wilted and coated evenly with the creamy sauce.
Step 8
Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes until the mixture is heated through.
Step 9
Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary.
Step 10
Serve hot as a side dish or over your choice of whole grains or proteins for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (585.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 498.9 |
| Total Fat 31.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1477.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 5.3g | |
| Protein 17.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 626.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1489.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories