Paleo Saag Aloo

Discover a wholesome twist on a classic Indian favorite with this Paleo Saag Aloo recipe, a vibrant and nutrient-packed dish that’s perfect for clean eating. Tender sweet potatoes replace traditional white potatoes, adding a natural touch of sweetness, while fresh spinach is sautéed to perfection in aromatic spices like cumin, turmeric, and garam masala. The dish gets its creamy texture from coconut cream, making it entirely dairy-free and paleo-friendly. Brightened with a splash of lemon juice and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, this savory side or light main dish is ready in under an hour and serves four. Gluten-free, vegan, and rich in both flavor and color, it’s a must-try for anyone craving a cozy yet health-conscious meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
• 4 cups Fresh spinach, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon Garam masala
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Coconut cream
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in sweet potatoes, and cook for 5 minutes until they start to brown.

Step 5

Add ground cumin, ground coriander, garam masala, turmeric powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Combine the spices with sweet potatoes well and cook for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 7

Add chopped spinach to the skillet and cover. Allow the spinach to wilt, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

Step 8

Stir in coconut cream and mix well to combine, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until sweet potatoes are tender.

Step 9

Add lemon juice, mixing everything gently to combine flavors.

Step 10

Check seasoning and adjust salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1053.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1247.4

Total Fat 50.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2879.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.6g	0%
Total Sugars 87.7g
Protein 19.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 513.3mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 3581.8mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 58.9%