White Sauce Dairy Free
Indulge in the creamy comfort of a classic white sauce without any dairy! This easy and versatile dairy-free white sauce recipe is perfect for plant-based and lactose-intolerant eaters alike. Made with olive oil, unsweetened oat milk, and nutritional yeast, it delivers a velvety texture and a subtly cheesy, savory flavor without a hint of dairy. With simple pantry staples, including a gluten-free flour option, this recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Ideal for pouring over pasta, drizzling on roasted vegetables, or using as a base for casseroles, this sauce is as flexible as it is delicious. Plus, the optional hint of nutmeg elevates its depth, making it a must-try for your next meatless meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
- 2 cups Unsweetened oat milk (or any preferred plant-based milk)
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons Ground nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Sprinkle the flour over the garlic and oil mixture, and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth roux.
Gradually pour in the oat milk (or plant-based milk) while whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, continuing to whisk, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using), and whisk until fully incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasonings as necessary, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Remove the sauce from heat and let cool slightly before using. It will thicken further as it cools.
Serve over pasta, vegetables, or use as a base for other recipes. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.3 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1392 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.2 g | ||
| Protein | 14.0 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 711 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 936 mg | 20% | |
*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.
