Keto Creamed Spinach

As we all know, spinach is a superfood that has many great benefits, but it can be tough to get your picky eaters to try it. This recipe for keto creamed spinach is one of those dishes that everyone will enjoy!

With a low-carb cheesy cream sauce and a browned and bubbly cheese topping, this dish is sure to have no leftovers! Did I also mention that it’s straightforward and quick to make?

You can enjoy this rich and creamy spinach dish in just 30 minutes!

This recipe for keto creamed spinach is low-carb, keto-friendly, gluten-free, grain-free, and great tasting.

What’s more, this cheesy spinach has only 2.4 g net carbs per serving, making it a great addition for anyone on a low carb diet.

It also pairs well with many main dishes, whether it be a classic holiday Keto Glazed Ham or a simple Keto Roast Beef for a weekend night dinner. It’s sure to be a hit, no matter the occasion.

Gluten-Free Keto Creamed Spinach

Now, you can certainly make a basic creamed spinach dish that’s just heavy cream mixed into some wilted spinach and call it a day.

But stay with me because this slightly elevated version will have everyone begging for more!

When creating this recipe, I decided I wanted to take it up a notch, add a cheesy topping, and bake it! Because who doesn’t love a cheese topping?

This great side dish rivals what Boston Market offers, minus all the carbs from gluten!

My goal was to make a low-carb creamed spinach dish that everyone would enjoy and love. I’m telling you now, this is it.

It’s rich, creamy, cheesy, and filling! Your little ones won’t even notice it’s spinach and will probably ask for seconds! And we all know how hard it can be to convince kids (and even adults!) to eat their spinach!

With that being said, you can skip the cheese topping for an easy creamed spinach recipe that is made only on the stovetop, which is still a great way to enjoy the benefits of this powerhouse vegetable.

Ingredients Needed To Make This Keto Creamed Spinach Recipe

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The following are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make a low-carb side dish for creamed spinach that is keto-friendly.

Note that the full printable recipe card is at the bottom of the page, along with the full nutritional information.

• Fresh spinach: I like using fresh baby spinach.
• Unsalted butter
• Heavy cream
• Parmesan cheese 
• Sharp White Cheddar Cheese
• Sea salt
• Black Pepper
• Ground nutmeg

How To Make Keto Creamed Spinach

This keto recipe for creamed spinach is the perfect side dish. It’s super easy to make with just a few steps and basic ingredients you probably already have in your fridge.

You will first make the creamy sauce, which does not need any thickening agent since the heavy whipping cream does this perfectly without the use of flour. Begin by melting the butter in a saucepan and adding the heavy cream over medium heat.

Then, you’ll add the shredded white cheddar cheese and stir it often until the cheese has completely melted and incorporated into the sauce.

Next, add the parmesan cheese, stirring often once again, until melted and combined.

Then it’s time to add the spinach and stir to mix and coat the spinach entirely with the cream sauce. Continue cooking until the spinach cooks and wilts. This should take anywhere from 5-7 minutes over medium-high heat.

Once the spinach has wilted completely, you’ll transfer the mixture into your buttered baking dish, top it with the remaining cheese, and bake until the cheese is browned and bubbly.

Serve this keto version with your favorite protein, like our keto glazed ham or our keto herb butter roast beef, and enjoy!

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days for best results. I don’t recommend freezing, as it will mess with the creamy texture of the cheese sauce once it thaws.

Benefits Of Spinach On A Keto Diet

I’m sure you’ve heard all your life that you must include spinach in your diet because of its numerous health benefits.

That’s because these leafy greens are high in iron and have a great range of B vitamins, such as thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin.

It also contains magnesium and zinc. It’s loaded with antioxidants that help protect your cells against free radical damage.

Spinach also boosts immunity, helps prevent cancer growth, and improves eye health.

Spinach is also low in carbohydrates, high in fiber, and has fewer calories than most other vegetables, making it an excellent option for those aiming to reduce weight or maintain their current status on the keto diet.

Adding spinach to your diet, like with this keto creamed spinach recipe, is an easy and tasty approach to increasing your intake of this leafy green. It’s a great way to include this superfood in your ketogenic diet.

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