Vegan Creamy Spinach
Indulge in the rich and velvety goodness of Vegan Creamy Spinach, a wholesome plant-based dish brimming with flavor and nutrition. This quick and easy recipe combines fresh spinach with the luscious creaminess of coconut milk, enhanced by the savory depth of nutritional yeast and a hint of aromatic nutmeg. A base of sautéed onions and garlic infuses the dish with irresistible warmth, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors. Perfect as a comforting side dish or a hearty topping for rice and pasta, this dairy-free and gluten-free recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a vibrant and nutrient-packed addition to any vegan or vegetarian menu. Keywords: vegan creamy spinach, plant-based side dish, coconut milk spinach, dairy-free recipes, quick vegan meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams fresh spinach
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and set it aside to drain.
In a large pan over medium heat, add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-4 minutes or until the onion turns translucent.
Add the spinach to the pan and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and pour in the coconut milk. Stir to combine.
Add the nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Stir well and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the pan from the heat and add the lemon juice. Stir well to incorporate the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot as a side dish or over rice or pasta as a main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
639 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2826 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.2 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 539 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 874 mg | 19% | |
*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.
