Dairy-Free Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Indulge in the velvety richness of Dairy-Free Creamy Mushroom Sauce, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food staple. This delectable recipe combines tender mushrooms, aromatic garlic, and dried thyme, creating a deeply flavorful base. Coconut milk lends creaminess without any dairy, while a cornstarch slurry ensures a perfectly smooth texture. Nutritional yeast adds a hint of cheesy umami, making this sauce ideal for pouring over pasta, roasted vegetables, or your favorite protein. Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish, this easy-to-make, dairy-free mushroom sauce is perfect for weeknight meals or special occasions. With a garnish of fresh parsley, it’s both elegant and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small, diced onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 10 ounces, sliced cremini or button mushrooms
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and continue to cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Stir in the sliced mushrooms, salt, black pepper, and dried thyme. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the mushrooms are browned and most of their moisture has evaporated.
Pour in the vegetable broth and let it simmer for 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
Reduce the heat to low and add the coconut milk. Stir to combine.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water to form a slurry.
Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, mixing continuously to avoid lumps, and cook until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the nutritional yeast and stir to incorporate it into the sauce, adding a cheesy, umami flavor.
Adjust seasoning if necessary, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1125 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.6 g | 278% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1813 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.2 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.7 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2818 mg | 60% | |
*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.
