Heart-Healthy Rich and Creamy Roomsaus
Indulge in the rich and creamy delight of "Heart-Healthy Rich and Creamy Roomsaus," a guilt-free take on classic cream sauce designed with your well-being in mind. This dairy-free recipe swaps heavy cream for unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, creating a velvety texture and cheesy undertones without the saturated fat. Infused with aromatic garlic, sweet onion, and a tangy kick of lemon juice and Dijon mustard, this savory sauce is brought together with heart-friendly olive oil and thickened naturally with cornstarch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted veggies, making it a flavorful and wholesome addition to your dining table. Perfect for vegans or anyone seeking a healthier alternative, this roomsaus is the ultimate creamy indulgence that doesn't compromise on taste or nutrition.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup Unsalted vegetable broth
- 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- Salt, to taste
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and saute until the onion is translucent and soft, approximately 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and vegetable broth until the cornstarch is completely dissolved.
Pour the broth mixture into the saucepan with the garlic and onion, stirring constantly until it starts to thicken, about 2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the almond milk, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, black pepper, nutmeg, and salt.
Continue to stir over low heat until the sauce is heated through and thickened to your liking, about 5-6 minutes, ensuring that the mixture does not come to a boil.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Remove from heat and serve immediately over your choice of dishes, such as pasta, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.9 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 753 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.3 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 677 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 636 mg | 14% | |
*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.
