Low Fat Creamy Spinach
Indulge in a guilt-free comfort food experience with this Low Fat Creamy Spinach recipe—a perfect fusion of rich flavor and light ingredients. This wholesome side dish features fresh spinach cooked to tender perfection, enveloped in a velvety sauce made with low-fat Greek yogurt and thickened with a cornstarch slurry. Sautéed onion and garlic infuse the dish with aromatic depth, while a hint of nutmeg adds a warm, subtle spice. With just 120 milliliters of low-sodium vegetable broth and a dash of olive oil, this recipe remains heart-healthy and packed with nutrients. Ready in under 25 minutes, this creamy spinach pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or grilled proteins, making it a versatile addition to your weekly meal rotation. Perfect for those seeking low-fat recipes without compromising on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 120 grams low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 120 milliliters low-sodium vegetable broth
- 10 grams cornstarch
- 15 milliliters water
- 0.5 teaspoon nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
Rinse the spinach thoroughly under cold running water and drain well.
Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté for about 3-4 minutes, until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with the water to create a smooth slurry.
Pour the vegetable broth into the skillet with the spinach, and stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the mixture slightly.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the Greek yogurt until well combined, creating a creamy texture.
Season with nutmeg, salt, and black pepper, and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve hot as a side dish or over a bed of rice or pasta for a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
500 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.8 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1678 mg | 73% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.2 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.0 g | 57% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.1 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 630 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 541 mg | 12% | |
*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.
