Savory Cashew Gravy Vegan
Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Savory Cashew Gravy, a completely vegan and gluten-free recipe that's perfect for enhancing your favorite comfort foods. This dairy-free gravy gets its creamy texture from soaked raw cashews, blended to perfection with vegetable broth and nutritional yeast for an umami-packed flavor. A hint of tamari or soy sauce and optional fresh thyme elevate this recipe, making it a versatile companion for mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or fluffy vegan biscuits. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick simmer, this plant-based gravy comes together effortlessly, offering a healthier, flavorful alternative to traditional gravies. Perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or any time you crave smooth, savory indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw cashews
- 2 cups Vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 small Yellow onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Tamari or soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
Chop the small yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.
Add the soaked cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, tamari or soy sauce, fresh thyme leaves (if using), salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan.
Simmer the mixture over low heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully transfer the mixture to a blender.
Add the cup of water to the blender, and blend on high until the mixture is creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. If the gravy is too thick, add more water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.
Serve warm over mashed potatoes, biscuits, roasted vegetables, or any dish of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.4 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3332 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 79.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.8 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 148 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 2025 mg | 43% | |
*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.
