Dairy-Free Classic Marsala Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Dairy-Free Classic Marsala Sauce, a rich and flavorful twist on the traditional favorite, perfectly suited for those avoiding dairy. Crafted with aromatic shallots, garlic, and golden cremini mushrooms, this sauce gains depth from the robust sweetness of Marsala wine and the savory notes of thyme and vegetable broth. A cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect velvety texture without cream, making it a lighter yet decadent option. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with proteins, pasta, or vegetables. With a quick 30-minute prep-and-cook time, it’s an effortless way to bring restaurant-quality elegance to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium shallots
- 3 large garlic cloves
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Finely chop the shallots and mince the garlic cloves. Clean the cremini mushrooms with a damp cloth and slice them thinly.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2-3 minutes until they begin to soften.
Stir in the minced garlic and sliced mushrooms. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are golden brown and tender.
Sprinkle the dried thyme over the mushrooms, then pour in the Marsala wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Let the wine simmer for about 3 minutes, then add the vegetable broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Gradually stir this into the simmering sauce.
Allow the sauce to thicken over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley just before serving to add freshness.
Serve the dairy-free Marsala sauce over your choice of protein, pasta, or vegetables for a delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.1 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1783 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.0 g | ||
| Protein | 13.4 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 175 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2094 mg | 45% | |
*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.
