Whole30 Spinach Stewed Sauce

Dive into the rich, comforting flavors of Whole30 Spinach Stewed Sauce—a creamy, nutrient-packed dish that’s as wholesome as it is satisfying. This vibrant recipe combines fresh spinach, aromatic garlic, and yellow onion with a velvety blend of coconut milk and no-sugar-added crushed tomatoes. Infused with smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a hint of red pepper flakes for a subtle kick, this plant-based sauce is simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes. It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and Whole30-compliant, making it a guilt-free addition to your weekly rotation. Serve it over zoodles, roasted vegetables, or as a silky side dish to elevate your meals with hearty, healthy flavors. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 cups fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion
• 4 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup coconut milk (unsweetened, full-fat)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the spinach, and set it aside. Peel and finely dice the yellow onion. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the pan and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the ground cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper to the onion and garlic mixture. Stir well to combine and let the spices toast for 30 seconds.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Stir thoroughly and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Add the fresh spinach to the saucepan a handful at a time, stirring to wilt it into the sauce.

Step 8

Once all the spinach is incorporated, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Stir in the coconut milk, ensuring the sauce becomes creamy and well mixed. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as necessary.

Step 11

Serve warm over zoodles, roasted vegetables, or as a side dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1192.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	852.1

Total Fat 60.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3131.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 68.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.3g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 19.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 411.1mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 1846.8mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 8.5%

Carbs: 30.7%