Vegan Creamy Spinach Sauce
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Vegan Creamy Spinach Sauce, a plant-based delight that’s as nourishing as it is versatile. Made with fresh spinach, soaked cashews, and a hint of garlic, this sauce is blended to perfection with nutritional yeast for a cheesy depth and brightened with a splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the perfect quick and healthy addition to your favorite pasta, grain bowls, or as a flavorful dip. This dairy-free recipe is not only creamy but also packed with nutrients, making it a wholesome yet indulgent choice for weeknight meals or special occasions. Whether you’re vegan or just looking for a lighter alternative, this luscious spinach sauce is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 cup Cashews
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 whole Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Soak the cashews in hot water for at least 15 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and golden but not burnt.
Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally, about 3-4 minutes.
Drain the soaked cashews and add them to a blender along with the cooked spinach and garlic.
Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and water to the blender.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Add more water if necessary to reach desired consistency.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the creamy spinach sauce back to the skillet and heat on low for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, to meld the flavors.
Serve warm over pasta, as a dip, or as a topper for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1095 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.4 g | 113% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2069 mg | 90% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.5 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.3 g | ||
| Protein | 31.5 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1016 mg | 22% | |
*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.
