Vegan Spinach Stewed Sauce

Dive into the rich, creamy world of comfort with this Vegan Spinach Stewed Sauce, a plant-based masterpiece perfect for pasta, rice, or roasted veggies. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this recipe features a hearty blend of sautéed onions and garlic, sweet diced tomatoes, and the velvety richness of coconut milk. Baby spinach takes center stage, complementing the warm, smoky notes of cumin and paprika for a dish that’s as nutritious as it is satisfying. Simmered to perfection, this sauce can be left slightly chunky for a rustic feel or blended smooth for an elegant texture. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a quick and easy vegan recipe ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Don’t forget to garnish with fresh basil for a fragrant, finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 4 units Garlic cloves
• 3 medium Tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 5 cups Baby spinach
• 1 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves. Add them to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Dice the tomatoes and add them to the skillet along with the tomato paste. Stir well to combine and cook for 5 minutes until the tomatoes begin to break down.

Step 4

Add the baby spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring frequently. Cook until the spinach wilts and reduces in volume, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and coconut milk. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Season the sauce with ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the spices.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Optional: Use an immersion blender to blend the sauce for a smoother consistency, or leave it chunky if preferred.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve the Vegan Spinach Stewed Sauce hot over your favorite pasta, rice, or grilled vegetables. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1283.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	679.4

Total Fat 32.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1944.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.4g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 378.2mg	0%
Iron 13.5mg	0%
Potassium 2350.9mg	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: 41.2%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 48.3%