Transform ordinary spinach into a delicious treat with this Keto Creamed Spinach. It's a creamy and flavorful blend of greens that fits well with various meals, all while keeping your carb intake low. Even better, this low-carb side dish is quick and easy to prepare, making it a must-try for your next meal!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🥬 Ingredients for this keto creamed spinach recipe
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Creamed Spinach: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with low-carb creamed spinach?
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
Preparing this keto creamed spinach is quick and incredibly simple, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish. Simply sauté garlic and onion in butter, then toss in the spinach and cook. Next, mix in a creamy blend of heavy cream and cream cheese for a deliciously smooth texture. Finish it off with Parmesan, and voilà! You have a velvety creamed spinach that's perfect when you need a yummy side dish in a hurry!
Chef's note
Feel free to get creative with this recipe by experimenting with different spices. If you're a fan of spicy flavors, add a dash of cayenne pepper or some sliced jalapenos when sautéing the spinach. For a little extra crunch, try sprinkling toasted almonds over the top before serving.
For more inspiration check out our Sides recipe.
🥬 Ingredients for this keto creamed spinach recipe
To prepare this keto spinach recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
Additional ingredients
Add some extra flavors and textures to your keto cream spinach by considering these optional ingredients:
Cooking tools required
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How to make Keto Creamed Spinach: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Gather and measure all the ingredients.
- Peel and slice the red onion and garlic cloves thinly.
- Wash the baby spinach and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Grate the Parmesan cheese.
Cooking instructions
- Heat the butter in a 10.5" cast iron skillet until it's hot.
- Add the minced garlic and onion to the skillet. Cook them for 3-4 minutes or until they become soft.
- Next, add the spinach and cook for 3-4 minutes. You'll notice it reduces in size as it cooks.
- Now, toss in the heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir them together with the spinach.
- Cook until the spinach is wilted. Then, stir in the Parmesan cheese, a pinch of nutmeg, and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Your keto creamed spinach is ready to serve. Bon Appétit!
Chef's pro tip
Want to cook the spinach evenly and make it wilt faster? After you put the fresh spinach in the pan, cover the skillet with a lid for about a minute. This traps the steam inside and helps the spinach cook evenly. It'll become perfectly wilted and ready to soak up the cheesy, creamy sauce. Try it, and you'll see the difference!
What to serve with low-carb creamed spinach?
Looking for the perfect match for our keto creamy spinach? Here are some tasty ideas:
How to make it healthier
Time-saving tips
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage instructions
Reheating instructions
Note: When reheating, add a bit of heavy cream to the dish to retain the creamy texture.
Recipe wrap-up and conclusion
So there you have it! Transforming ordinary spinach into a comforting, keto-friendly meal has never been easier. Whether you're a seasoned chef or just starting in the kitchen, this recipe has something for everyone. Pair it with your favorite meat or enjoy it solo — the choice is yours.
With simple steps, easy substitutions, and the freedom to experiment, you're all set to create something truly delicious. So why wait? Grab those ingredients and get cooking. This Keto Creamed Spinach might just become your new favorite dish. Happy cooking, and enjoy your meal!
Frequently asked questions
📖 Recipe
Keto Creamed Spinach
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter dairy-free if plant-based
- ¼ small onion thinly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 lb baby spinach
- ¼ cup heavy cream or unsweetened plain almond milk
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese Violife parm for dairy-free
- 2 ounces cream cheese dairy-free if plant-based
- Pinch nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat the butter in a 10.5" cast iron skillet until it's hot.
- Add the minced garlic and onion to the skillet. Cook them for 3-4 minutes or until they become soft.
- Next, add the spinach and cook for 3-4 minutes. You'll notice it reduces in size as it cooks.
- Now, toss in the heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir them together with the spinach.
- Cook until the spinach is wilted. Then, stir in the Parmesan cheese, a pinch of nutmeg, and season with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
- Your keto creamed spinach is ready to serve. Bon Appétit!
Roxanne says
Would frozen spinach work? Thanks.
Cast Iron Keto says
We wouldn't recommend it as it will be very watery.
Karen Davis says
You don't give any instruction to chop the spinach so am really hoping that I have done it correctly, currently trying to wilt 500g of Baby Spinach.
Karina says
Delicious and easy to make.
Mary says
This was SO easy to make and absolutely delicious!!! I used it to top a grilled burger (with no bun). It was perfect! I will be making this every week. YUM!!!!!
Tracy Carroll says
Hello, I would love to try your recipe, I just have one stupid question. It calls for 1 1b spinach. If I were to buy bagged spinach, how many ounces would one lb equal? 10oz bag? Thank you! This recipe sounds amazing!
Cast Iron Keto says
Hi Tracy, 1 lb equals 16 ounces.
Joseph Birmingham says
Tasted great but The spinach made it a little to watery. I going to cook spinach separately in pot of water for a few minutes and wring out on cheesecloth. Then add it to pan of ingredients.
Michelle says
Wonder why the spinach made it watery? You’re not supposed to add any water.
Ed says
without the serving size the nutrition info is fairly useless
Cast Iron Keto says
Hi Ed, the number of servings is listed at the top of the recipe card.
Courtney Silver says
This was so delish my hubby asked me to make it again 3 days later. Served with steak the first time. Last night I poured it on top of skillet cooked chicken fillets (cooked with a little butter, white wine, and capers). Added provolone cheese to the hub's portion - broiled it until bubbly and golden brown. He's slowly starting to like keto 🙂
Jeannie says
This was so good. I used rainbow chard because my garden has blessed me with a ton of it but even with that change this had a unique flavor. I will definitely be making this again!
Jackie says
I cooked this today and it was wonderful. Had it with fresh yellow squash and baked catfish fillets.
Mitch says
I literally eat this multiple times per week. Thank you!
Jeff Greene says
To add on to my previous post--We do love this recipe, and have now made it several times. Just can't come close to getting it in a 10.5" pan.
Jeff Greene says
How did you get all that spinach into a 10.5" pan? I used a 12" after eyeballing the bag, and it still fell over the edges of the pan onto the stove, and made it impossible to stir until I put a lid on it to start the wilting process! I'd go 12" with high edges, at a minimum--Or maybe a Dutch oven?
Barb says
Alex - this spinach is outstanding! I had it along with your recipe for cast iron steak - which was also spot on! I am starting my Keto journey tomorrow for the first time - and this meal was perfect to set me off on the right track! Our recipes are inspiring! Thank you!
Timothy Isaac says
What is the quantity for one serving? Thanks
Alex Lester says
The serving size is listed at the top of each recipe - hope this helps!
Drema says
You say 4 servings but I think people are asking is this 1/2 cup or 1 cup etc.
Robyn Brennan says
Silly question but... is the Parmesan cheese the kind the green container (grated) or freshly grated? And can I use a combination of both? Thank you!
Alex Lester says
We use freshly grated, I haven't tested it with the container style but I assume if it's just cheese and no additives it would work fine!
Paige says
what serving size did you use for the nutrition info?
Alex Lester says
Nutritional info is for one serving
Drema says
Is the serving size 1/2 cup, 1 cup?
Tim says
For extra decadence, use Mascarpone instead of cream cheese
Alex Lester says
Great idea Tim!