Dairy-Free Creamy Spinach
Indulge in the velvety richness of Dairy-Free Creamy Spinach, a plant-based delight that's perfect for anyone seeking a healthy yet indulgent side dish. Made with fresh spinach leaves and creamy coconut milk, this recipe achieves luscious flavor without a drop of dairy. Sautéed garlic and onions provide a savory base, while nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami depth. A hint of lemon juice brightens the dish, balanced by the perfect touch of salt and pepper. Thickened with a simple cornstarch slurry, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 25 minutes, making it a go-to option for busy weeknights. Whether paired with your favorite entrée or served as a vegan-friendly holiday side, this nutrient-packed, dairy-free creamy spinach is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach leaves
- 400 ml coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Wash and dry the fresh spinach leaves thoroughly, removing any tough stems.
In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
Gradually add the spinach to the skillet, stirring well until all the leaves are wilted. This should take about 3-4 minutes.
Pour in the coconut milk, stirring to combine with the spinach. Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry.
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the skillet, stirring to incorporate all the flavors.
Gradually add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, continuing to stir until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency over the next 2-3 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.
Serve the dairy-free creamy spinach warm as a delicious side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
625 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.6 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1660 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.8 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 556 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 14.8 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3493 mg | 74% | |
*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.
