Creamy Garlic Spinach
Rich and creamy spinach with tender onion and garlic in a smooth dairy-free sauce. An easy and comforting vegetable side dish for family dinners, holiday meals, or roasted potatoes.
Equipment
- Knife
- pot
- spoon
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Nondairy Butter
- 1 tablespoon Garlic minced
- 1 cup Yellow Onion diced
- 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour
- 1 1/2 cups Unsweetened Soy Milk
- 1 pound Frozen Leaf Spinach
- Salt to taste
- Ground Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Melt the nondairy butter in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion and garlic.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
- Cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent, fragrant, and lightly browned.
- Stir in the flour and cook until completely incorporated.
- Gradually pour in the soy milk while stirring continuously until smooth.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the sauce to a gentle boil.
- Add the frozen spinach and stir until completely combined.
- Cook until the spinach is thoroughly heated and the sauce is creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot.
Notes & Wine Advice
Serving Suggestions
Serve this creamy spinach alongside roasted potatoes, baked potatoes, grilled vegetables, or a plant-based roast. It also makes a comforting addition to Christmas, Thanksgiving, or family dinners.Recipe Notes
Add the soy milk gradually while stirring to keep the sauce smooth and prevent lumps. Because this recipe uses all-purpose flour and soy milk, it is not gluten-free or soy-free as written.Variations
Add a pinch of nutmeg for a classic creamed spinach flavour or stir in red pepper flakes for gentle heat. Nutritional yeast provides additional savoury flavour, while fresh lemon juice gives the finished dish a brighter taste.Storage
Allow leftover spinach to cool before transferring it to an airtight container. Refrigerate for up to three days. Reheat gently over low heat, stirring regularly and adding a splash of soy milk if the sauce becomes too thick.Wine Advice
A lightly oaked Chardonnay complements the creamy texture and savoury garlic flavour. A crisp Sauvignon Blanc is a refreshing alternative.Nutrition values
Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 160 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 7 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 300 mg | Sugar: 4 g