Creamy Mustard Sauce Vegan
Transform your dishes with this luxurious Creamy Mustard Sauce that's completely vegan and irresistibly flavorful! Made with raw cashews for a silky base, Dijon mustard for a tangy punch, and enhanced by the savory richness of nutritional yeast and a touch of maple syrup, this versatile sauce strikes the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and subtly sweet. Quick and easy to prepare, it takes just 15 minutes of prep time and can be served warm or chilled to complement everything from roasted vegetables to grain bowls, sandwiches, or salads. Naturally dairy-free and gluten-free, this vegan mustard sauce is a healthier yet indulgent addition to your favorite meals—perfect for adding a gourmet twist to your plant-based cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Cashews (raw and unsalted, soaked for at least 2 hours or boiled for 10 minutes)
- 1 cup Unsweetened non-dairy milk (e.g., almond, oat, soy)
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- Water (as needed for consistency)
Instructions
If using unsoaked cashews, boil them in water for 10 minutes to soften. Otherwise, drain the soaked cashews and rinse them under cold water.
Add the drained cashews, Dijon mustard, non-dairy milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, maple syrup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed.
If the sauce is too thick, add water 1 tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until the desired consistency is reached. The sauce should be creamy but pourable.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more lemon juice for tanginess, maple syrup for sweetness, or salt and pepper for flavor balance.
Transfer the sauce to a small saucepan and heat over low heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly, until warmed through (optional step for serving warm).
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before using if stored.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
946 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.6 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.0 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1458 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 55.9 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 33.5 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 360 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 10.9 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1232 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
