Spinach Stewed Sauce

Dive into the rich, earthy flavors of Spinach Stewed Sauce, a wholesome and nutrient-packed dish brimming with Mediterranean-inspired spices. This vibrant recipe features tender spinach simmered in a zesty tomato base, infused with aromatic cumin, coriander, and paprika. Enhanced with the warmth of garlic, the brightness of fresh lemon juice, and a garnish of fragrant cilantro, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with rice, flatbreads, or even as a topping for roasted vegetables. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick 25-minute cook, this vegetarian and vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner. Explore the harmony of fresh, wholesome ingredients and bold seasonings with this comforting, easy-to-make stewed sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams fresh spinach leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 medium tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon coriander powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Wash the spinach leaves thoroughly under running water and chop them roughly.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves. Dice the tomatoes.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Add the garlic and continue to sauté for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for 5 minutes until they soften and break down.

Step 6

Add the cumin powder, coriander powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Mix well to combine the spices with the tomato and onion mixture.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the chopped spinach. Stir the mixture to combine all the ingredients well.

Step 8

Cover the pan with a lid and allow the spinach to cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it's completely wilted and the sauce thickens.

Step 9

Remove from heat and add the lemon juice, stirring it into the sauce.

Step 10

Garnish the spinach stewed sauce with freshly chopped cilantro and serve hot over rice or with your choice of flatbread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1106.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	592.0

Total Fat 33.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3268.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.1g
Protein 22.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 556.0mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 3684.0mg	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: 47.2%

Protein: 13.8%

Carbs: 38.9%