Dairy-Free Classic Lemon Sauce
Brighten your dishes with this Dairy-Free Classic Lemon Sauce, a tangy and velvety recipe that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. Made with fresh lemon juice, aromatic garlic, and a rich vegetable broth base, this sauce brings a zesty punch without a drop of dairy. A touch of Dijon mustard, olive oil, and a cornstarch slurry create the perfect creamy texture, while fresh parsley and lemon zest add a finishing burst of freshness. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy vegan lemon sauce is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, grilled seafood, pasta, or even salads. Whether served warm or chilled, it’s a simple, dairy-free way to elevate any dish!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 240 ml Vegetable broth
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 60 ml Cold water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 Zest of lemon
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the vegetable broth, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld together for about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.
Once the sauce reaches the desired thickness, remove it from the heat.
Stir in the lemon zest and chopped fresh parsley.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the lemon sauce warm over your choice of dish, or refrigerate and use it as a cold sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.4 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1991 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 686 mg | 15% | |
*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.
