Whole30 Creamed Spinach

Indulge in the velvety goodness of Whole30 Creamed Spinach, a dairy-free, nutrient-packed twist on the classic comfort food! This recipe combines fresh spinach, creamy coconut cream, and the rich, cheesy flavor of nutritional yeast to create a luscious side dish that’s both Whole30-approved and bursting with flavor. Infused with the warmth of sautéed onion, garlic, and a hint of nutmeg, this creamed spinach is a guilt-free delight that comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfectly suited for those following a paleo or Whole30 lifestyle, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grilled chicken, or even a plant-based main. Say goodbye to heavy cream and hello to a light, wholesome upgrade that’s just as satisfying!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

16 ounces fresh spinach
1 cup coconut cream
1 medium onion
3 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons ghee
2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
0.125 teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the spinach. Roughly chop and set aside.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet, heat the ghee over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the skillet and sauté until onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the coconut cream, nutritional yeast, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

Step 7

Simmer the mixture and allow it to thicken slightly, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Serve warm as a delicious Whole30-compliant side dish.

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(894.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1348.0

Total Fat 67.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 1627.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 166.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 130.7g
Protein 22.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 487.0mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 735.6mg	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: 44.6%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 48.9%