Paleo Spinach Stewed Sauce
Elevate your paleo meals with this rich and creamy Paleo Spinach Stewed Sauce! Packed with fresh spinach, full-fat coconut milk, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika and cumin, this recipe delivers bold flavors and wholesome nutrition with every bite. The sautéed onion, garlic, and juicy cherry tomatoes create a robust base, while a splash of lemon juice adds brightness to the dish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce works beautifully over roasted veggies, grilled meats, or as a flavorful dip. Perfect for gluten-free, dairy-free, and paleo diets, this comforting recipe makes meal prep both nutritious and delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup coconut milk (full-fat)
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth (or water)
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly under running water. Drain excess water and set aside.
Peel and finely dice the onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to break down and release their juices.
Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the vegetables in the spices.
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the fresh spinach to the skillet a handful at a time, stirring frequently, until it wilts and fits into the pan.
Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth (or water) and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Allow the sauce to cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is soft and the sauce thickens slightly.
Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in lemon juice for a burst of freshness.
Taste and adjust seasoning, if needed, adding more salt or pepper to preference.
Serve the stewed spinach sauce warm over cooked vegetables, grilled meat, or use as a dip. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.5 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.7 g | 288% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1604 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 13.6 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 281 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1450 mg | 31% | |
*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.
