Low Carb Creamy Spinach
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of Low Carb Creamy Spinach—a deliciously satisfying side dish that perfectly embodies comfort food without the guilt. Made with fresh baby spinach, melted butter, and a luscious blend of heavy cream and cream cheese, this recipe is as indulgent as it is keto-friendly. Garlic adds aromatic depth, while grated Parmesan brings a nutty, savory finish. Enhanced with optional nutmeg for a subtle hint of warmth, this creamy spinach whips up in just 25 minutes, making it a quick and easy addition to your low-carb meal plan. Perfect for pairing with roasted meats or enjoying as a standalone dish, it’s a nutrient-packed crowd pleaser that's both exquisite and effortless to prepare.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh baby spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 100 grams cream cheese, softened
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh baby spinach thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to drain.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet in batches, stirring continuously, until all the spinach is wilted and tender.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the heavy cream, stirring well to combine with the spinach.
Add the softened cream cheese to the spinach mixture and stir until completely melted and integrated into a creamy sauce.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season the creamy spinach with salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg if using.
Allow the mixture to simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it sit for a couple of minutes before serving hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 154.8 g | 198% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.9 g | 460% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 156% | |
| Sodium | 2982 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 1169 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2922 mg | 62% | |
*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.
