Low Sodium Creamy Spinach Sauce
Elevate your meals with this irresistibly silky Low Sodium Creamy Spinach Sauce, crafted to deliver richness and flavor without compromising on heart health. Packed with the vibrant goodness of fresh spinach, sautéed garlic, and onion, this wholesome recipe uses a velvety blend of unsalted butter, olive oil, heavy cream, and low sodium vegetable broth for a perfectly balanced base. A touch of nutmeg and black pepper adds subtle warmth and depth, while the homemade roux ensures a luscious, thick texture. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for draping over pasta, enhancing roasted vegetables, or serving as a decadent dip. Ideal for anyone searching for healthy comfort food that's low on sodium but high on creamy indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup low sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
Rinse the spinach leaves thoroughly under cold water, and remove any tough stems. Drain and set aside.
In a large sauté pan or skillet, melt the unsalted butter and olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent and the mixture is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the cooked garlic and onions, stirring constantly to form a roux. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is light golden brown and the flour's raw aroma has disappeared.
Gradually whisk in the low sodium vegetable broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking and cooking until the mixture thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Lower the heat and slowly add the heavy cream, stirring constantly to blend evenly into the sauce.
Add the reserved spinach to the pan, stirring gently to combine. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and incorporates fully into the sauce.
Season with black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg, stirring well to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to thicken slightly before serving.
Serve this delicious low sodium creamy spinach sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a delightful vegetable dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.6 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.3 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 182 mg | 61% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.8 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 818 mg | 17% | |
*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.
