Dairy-Free Creamy Pumpkin Sauce
Indulge in the velvety goodness of this Dairy-Free Creamy Pumpkin Sauce, a rich and flavorful alternative that’s perfect for cozy autumn meals or year-round comfort. Made with wholesome ingredients like pumpkin puree, coconut milk, and a touch of maple syrup, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between sweet and savory. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami depth without the need for dairy, while aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg give it a cozy seasonal flair. Sautéed garlic and onions form a savory base, while a splash of lemon juice brightens the flavors to perfection. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile, plant-based pumpkin sauce is ideal for tossing with pasta, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or as a dip for crusty bread. Dairy-free, gluten-free, and irresistibly creamy, this recipe is a must-try for flavorful, wholesome cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the pumpkin puree and coconut milk, mixing until well combined.
Add the nutritional yeast, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground black pepper, and sea salt to the mixture.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer while stirring occasionally, allowing it to thicken and the flavors to meld for about 10 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the lemon juice for a touch of brightness.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper according to preference.
Serve the creamy pumpkin sauce warm over your choice of pasta or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1248 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.6 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1041 mg | 22% | |
*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.
