Low Sodium Creamy Spinach Sauce

Elevate your meals with this luscious Low Sodium Creamy Spinach Sauce, a healthier spin on a classic favorite. Brimming with fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and sweet sautéed onions, this sauce achieves its luxurious texture through a delicate roux made with unsalted butter and olive oil, then enriched with heavy cream and low sodium vegetable broth. A hint of nutmeg and a touch of black pepper add a warm depth of flavor, making it the perfect complement to pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a dip for crusty bread. Ready in just 30 minutes, this wholesome recipe proves that indulgence and low sodium can go hand-in-hand. Ideal for anyone looking for a creamy, nutrient-packed sauce without the extra salt—this dish is an effortless way to bring gourmet flair to your everyday cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water, and remove any tough stems. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

In a large sauté pan or skillet, melt the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Sprinkle the flour over the cooked garlic and onions, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light golden brown and the flour's raw aroma has disappeared.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the low sodium vegetable broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking and cooking until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Lower the heat and slowly add the heavy cream, stirring constantly to blend evenly into the sauce.

Step 7

Add the reserved spinach to the pan, stirring gently to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and incorporates fully into the sauce.

Step 8

Season with black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg, stirring well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve this delicious low sodium creamy spinach sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a delightful vegetable dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(577.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	864.2

Total Fat 78.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 182mg	0%
Sodium 252.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 27.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.0g	0%
Total Sugars 4.3g
Protein 6.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 134.0mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 818.0mg	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: 83.7%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 13.2%