Spinach Toast

Transform your mornings, snack breaks, or light lunches with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Spinach Toast. This dish combines fresh, sautéed spinach infused with garlic and olive oil, melded into velvety cream cheese for a luxurious topping. Spread this delectable mixture over golden, buttery slices of your favorite bread—be it white, whole-grain, or tangy sourdough—and finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for a savory bite that's bursting with flavor. For those who crave a little heat, a dash of red chili flakes delivers the perfect kick. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cook time, this easy-to-make spinach toast is not only quick and healthy but also a gourmet treat you can enjoy any time of the day. Perfect for vegetarians or anyone looking to elevate their toast game!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Fresh spinach
• 4 slices Bread slices (white, whole-grain, or sourdough)
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under running water and pat dry with a paper towel.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the spinach to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it wilts down. Season with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the cream cheese until it is fully melted and the spinach mixture becomes creamy.

Step 5

Toast the bread slices in a toaster or on a pan over medium heat until golden and crispy.

Step 6

Butter each slice of toast and then evenly spread the creamy spinach mixture over the top of each slice.

Step 7

Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on each spinach-topped toast and, if desired, a pinch of red chili flakes for added spice.

Step 8

Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your delicious spinach toast!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(343.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	969.6

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 146.4mg	0%
Sodium 2502.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.9g	0%
Total Sugars 8.4g
Protein 25.8g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 473.4mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 279.9mg	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: 61.9%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 27.6%