If you're looking for a delicious, quick, simple recipe that's also keto-friendly, then this easy creamed spinach recipe is perfect for you! Made with just five ingredients, this dish comes together in no time and is sure to please everyone at the table.
So whether you're feeding a crowd or just looking for a simple weeknight meal, give this creamed spinach a try – you won't be disappointed! Despite it's simplicity, this is by far the best creamed spinach recipe I've had.
This creamed spinach recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients, including fresh spinach, fenugreek seeds, lemon, and Mexican crema. The lemon adds a bright pop of flavor to this dish, while crema adds a rich and creamy texture.
What is fenugreek
Fenugreek seeds are a common spice used in Indian cuisine. They have a slightly bitter taste and are often used to flavor curries and other dishes. Fenugreek seeds are a good source of fiber, protein and vitamins A and C.
Beats and eats (music to pair with creamed spinach)
Spinach is another of those vegetables that don't get enough love. The health benefits are generally obvious, but it's such an easy one to cook and is ready in no time. Yeah it's that dream veggie when seasoned right and the fenugreek, lemon, butter combo does the trick like Tarika Blue does on this "Dreamflower" track which you might recognize from the J Dilla produced track "Didn't Ya Know" performed by Erykah Badu.
Ingredients Needed To Make Keto creamed Spinach
Most creamed spinach recipes call for cream cheese, but I changed it up for a little more flavor and tanginess. Spinach is a nutrient-rich leafy green that is low in calories and carbs, making it a great choice for those on a ketogenic diet. It's also packed with vitamins and minerals, including iron and calcium.
- Fresh Spinach - washed and cleaned fully with any excess water squeezed out and removed. Also, bigger leafy greens are preferred over others.
- Butter
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Cloves
- Fenugreek seeds
- Lemon, juiced
- Kosher Salt
- Black Pepper
- Mexican Crema
How To Make Keto Creamed Spinach (step by step instructions)
Preheat large skillet to medium heat. Add the melted butter and olive oil to the pan. Add fenugreek seeds and cook until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Add minced garlic towards the last 30 seconds of cooking.
Add the raw spinach leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the spinach and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Stir in crema and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until heated through.
Serve. Enjoy!
Cooking Tips and Considerations for Making Creamed Spinach
If you can't find crema, you can substitute heavy cream or sour cream.
If you don't have fenugreek seeds, you can use ground fenugreek powder. Fenugreek is not a popular spice, but you can find it in any respectable spice shop.
Toast the seeds first so that their flavor is released more fully. Don't heat at too high a temperature as you don't want to burn the seeds.
Allow the toasted seeds to steep in the oil/butter mixture
If you don't have lemon, you can use lime juice in a pinch instead.
I prefer to use full fresh spinach vs. the smaller fresh baby spinach used in salads. I find that baby spinach wilts too much during cooking which changes the texture of the dish quite a bit.
This dish can be served hot or cold.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Serve as is or top with parmesan cheese. Pair it with smoked chicken thighs, blackened redfish, fried chicken, or grilled shrimp.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Creamed Spinach
What is creamed spinach?
Creamed spinach is a dish made with cooked spinach that has been seasoned and usually thickened with cream. It can be served hot or cold, and is often found on menus as a side dish or appetizer.
Is creamed spinach keto-friendly?
Yes, this creamed spinach recipe is keto-friendly. Spinach is a low carb leafy green, and the other ingredients in this recipe are also low in carbs.
Can I substitute something for the crema?
If you can't find crema, you can substitute heavy cream, cream cheese, or sour cream.
Can I use Bagged Frozen Spinach?
You can yes, but I don't recommend it. Frozen spinach carries a lot of water, so flavor could be diluted some given the moisture.
How Do You Store Creamed Spinach?
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
For other easy side dish recipes, try these:
Make this Easy Keto Creamed Spinach
This creamed spinach recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this nutrient-rich leafy green. It's perfect for a quick and healthy side dish or even as a main course. And, it's keto-friendly!
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Ingredients
- 24 oz Fresh Spinach cleaned and stems removed
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon Fenugreek seeds
- 1 medium Lemon juiced
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ cup Mexican Crema
Instructions
- Preheat large skillet to medium heat. Add the melted butter and olive oil to the pan. Add fenugreek seeds and cook until lightly toasted, about 1 minute. Add minced garlic towards the last 30 seconds of cooking.
- Add the raw spinach leaves and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the spinach and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Stir in crema and cook for an additional 2 minutes, or until heated through.
- Serve. Enjoy!