Spinach & Goat Cheese Sauce

Nicolette Stramara

by | Updated: January 14th, 2020

You’ve found it! You’ve found the sauce of all trades. Whether you spoon it over chicken or fish, use it as a burger condiment or serve it on top of pasta, this spinach and goat cheese sauce is a guaranteed winner. Its bold flavor and creamy texture will enhance virtually any savory dish! Adjust the measurements to suit your taste or thickness preferences – you’ll want a thicker sauce to top meat and a thinner version for pasta.

Spinach & Goat Cheese Sauce on Top of Pasta | Vitacost.com/blog

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Spinach & Goat Cheese Sauce

Servings 8
Calories 182.6 kcal
Author Nicolette

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cup dry white wine
  • 3 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. avocado oil or olive oil
  • 6 cloves garlic smashed
  • 8 oz. goat cheese
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ¼ tsp. pepper
  • 6 cups fresh spinach chopped
  • 4 Tbsp. grass-fed, unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. In small saucepan, combine, chicken broth, wine, lemon juice, avocado oil and garlic.
  2. Bring mixture to boil, then reduce to simmer. Simmer 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until reduced by half.
  3. When reduced, remove garlic and add remaining ingredients to saucepan.
  4. Stir for 5-8 minutes, until spinach is melted, cheese is melted and ingredients are well incorporated.
  5. Continue to cook sauce for 3-4 minutes to achieve a thin consistency. For a thicker sauce, continue to cook for 8-10 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning.

Recipe Notes

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Nutrition Facts
Spinach & Goat Cheese Sauce
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182.6 Calories from Fat 139
% Daily Value*
Fat 15.45g24%
Saturated Fat 8.18g41%
Cholesterol 28.09mg9%
Sodium 641.16mg27%
Potassium 228.89mg7%
Carbohydrates 2.76g1%
Fiber 0.54g2%
Sugar 0.66g1%
Protein 6.51g13%
Vitamin A 2577.6IU52%
Vitamin C 15.37mg19%
Calcium 74.35mg7%
Iron 1.4mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

Nicolette

Nicolette Stramara's passion for cooking and baking has blended with her desire to provide her family with wholesome meals, a happy home, and a healthy life. Her delicious recipes range from savory dinner dishes to mouthwatering desserts, kid-approved snacks, and flavorful breakfast options that accommodate those with various dietary needs. Through her meticulous research, Nicolette also writes helpful articles that include facts, tips, and information on ways to eat nutritiously and live well.