Espinafre à Brasileira

Espinafre à Brasileira is a delicious and nutritious Brazilian side dish made with fresh spinach, garlic, and cream, offering a creamy texture while being low in carbs. Perfectly seasoned, this dish brings a flavorful twist to your meals.

Ingredients

• Fresh spinach - 200 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Heavy cream - 100 milliliters
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Nutmeg - a pinch

Steps

1. Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and remove any tough stems.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant (about 1 minute).
3. Add the washed spinach to the skillet and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally (about 3-4 minutes).
4. Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing well to combine.
5. Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg, and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the mixture is heated through.
6. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 4 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 35 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, supporting immune function.
• High in antioxidants, which help reduce oxidative stress.

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