Vegan Ranchero Sauce
Transform your dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Vegan Ranchero Sauce, a plant-based twist on the classic Mexican condiment. Bursting with rich, smoky aromas, this sauce combines the tangy sweetness of canned diced tomatoes and maple syrup with a bold medley of spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Fresh jalapeño and lime juice add a zesty kick, while chopped cilantro provides a refreshing finish. This versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over burritos, enchiladas, or breakfast tacos, or as a savory dip for tortilla chips. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's an easy and delicious way to elevate any meal while keeping it dairy-free and vegan-friendly. Make a batch today and enjoy flavorful food all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
- 1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
- 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 0.5 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, and cook for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the saucepan; stir well.
Mix in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, chili powder, and maple syrup.
Bring the mixture to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then use an immersion blender or regular blender to blend the sauce until smooth or to your desired consistency.
Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.8 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 2051 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.8 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.5 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 228 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1704 mg | 36% | |
*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.
