Soy-Free Creamy Vegetable Sauce
Elevate your meals with this savory Soy-Free Creamy Vegetable Sauce, a wholesome and versatile recipe packed with vibrant flavors and plant-based goodness. Made with nutrient-rich cashews, silky coconut milk, and a medley of sautéed vegetables—onions, carrots, zucchini, and red bell pepper—this dairy-free sauce boasts a creamy texture without any soy. Enhanced with the tang of fresh lemon juice, a cheesy hint from nutritional yeast, and aromatic basil, it’s perfect for drizzling over pasta, rice, or roasted veggies. Ready in under an hour and rich in comforting flavors, this vegan-friendly sauce is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy alternative that doesn’t compromise on taste. Whether you're planning a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this soy-free delight is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 medium, grated carrot
- 1 medium, chopped red bell pepper
- 1 small, chopped zucchini
- 1 cup, soaked for 2 hours cashew nuts
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 cup, full-fat coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
Drain and rinse the soaked cashew nuts.
In a blender, combine the sautéed vegetables, drained cashews, vegetable broth, coconut milk, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper.
Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Return the sauce to the skillet and heat over low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning to taste and stir in the fresh basil leaves just before serving.
Serve the creamy vegetable sauce over pasta, rice, or any dish of your choice for a delightful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.7 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 655 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.6 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 764 mg | 16% | |
*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.
