Low Carb Hearty Vegetable Gravy
Transform comfort food into a guilt-free indulgence with this Low Carb Hearty Vegetable Gravy, the perfect pairing for any keto-friendly or gluten-free meal. Brimming with wholesome ingredients like mushrooms, zucchini, and bell peppers, this rich and flavorful gravy captures the essence of umami with a hint of tomato paste, soy sauce, and Worcestershire sauce. Thickened to silky perfection with xanthan gum and infused with aromatic thyme and bay leaf, it’s a savory masterpiece ready in under an hour. Whether draped over roasted vegetables, grilled protein, or mashed cauliflower, this low-carb vegetable gravy delivers warmth, depth, and satisfaction in every spoonful. Ideal for health-conscious eaters and hearty comfort food lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 stalk, chopped Celery
- 1 medium, diced Carrot
- 1 cup, finely chopped Mushrooms
- 1 small, chopped Bell pepper
- 1 small, diced Zucchini
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
- 1 whole Bay leaf
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the onion, garlic, and celery and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the carrot, mushrooms, bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Pour in the vegetable broth, followed by the tomato paste, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Remove the bay leaf from the gravy mixture.
Using an immersion blender, carefully blend the mixture until it's smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the mixture in batches to a stand-alone blender and puree until smooth, then return it to the skillet.
Blend in the xanthan gum while the mixture is hot, stirring constantly. This will help thicken the gravy to your desired consistency. Start with 0.5 teaspoons and adjust if necessary.
Allow the gravy to simmer on low for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it reaches your preferred thickness.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if necessary, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.7 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4833 mg | 210% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.3 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.5 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.7 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2926 mg | 62% | |
*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.
