Heart-Healthy Sahnesauce
Indulge in the creamy goodness of 'Heart-Healthy Sahnesauce'—a guilt-free take on the classic creamy sauce that's perfect for health-conscious food lovers. This dairy-free recipe swaps heavy cream for unsweetened almond milk and nutritional yeast, offering a luscious texture and subtle umami flavor without excess saturated fat. Enhanced with fresh parsley, a hint of lemon juice, and a savory base of sautéed shallots and garlic, this sauce comes together in just 25 minutes. Ideal for drizzling over pasta, roasted vegetables, or grilled protein, this vegan and low-sodium recipe is a versatile and wholesome addition to your meal repertoire. Perfect for those seeking a light yet satisfying alternative, this heart-healthy recipe proves that flavorful and nutritious can go hand in hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped shallot
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped shallot and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
Add the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth, then add it to the saucepan.
Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and whisk the mixture continuously to avoid any lumps.
Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly, stirring frequently.
Add the nutritional yeast, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice, stirring well to combine.
Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.
Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired, before serving the sauce warm over your choice of dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1493 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 12.1 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 477 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*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.
