Creamed Spinach and Mushrooms for One

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This dish is an easy, tasty way to get your veggies and enjoy them too! I created this recipe when I needed a side dish and wanted something more exciting than plain spinach. The mushrooms, garlic, and cheeses add a ton of flavor without a ton of calories.

Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
1
Yield:
1 serving
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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • 2 cups baby spinach leaves

  • 2 medium baby bella mushrooms, sliced

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 pinch red chili pepper flakes

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon reduced-fat cream cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil and heat until shimmering. Add spinach and mushrooms; cook and stir until spinach is almost completely wilted and mushrooms are cooked, 3 to 4 minutes.

  2. Add garlic powder, pepper flakes, salt, and pepper; stir to combine. Add Parmesan cheese and cream cheese and stir until completely incorporated.

Cook's Note:

The chili flakes are optional but give this side dish a spicy kick. Adjust the amount to your tastes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

200 Calories
11g Fat
17g Carbs
13g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 1
Calories 200
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g 14%
Saturated Fat 4g 21%
Cholesterol 17mg 6%
Sodium 259mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 5g 18%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 13g 26%
Vitamin C 18mg 20%
Calcium 208mg 16%
Iron 4mg 19%
Potassium 1492mg 32%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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