Dairy-Free Classic Lemon Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with this tangy and velvety Dairy-Free Classic Lemon Sauce! Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this versatile sauce combines the zesty freshness of lemon juice and zest with the rich depth of vegetable broth and olive oil. Minced garlic and a hint of Dijon mustard add layers of flavor, while a quick cornstarch slurry creates a silky, gluten-free consistency. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal topping for grilled vegetables, seafood, or chicken, and can even double as a salad dressing. Whether served warm or cold, this easy-to-make sauce delivers a burst of citrusy goodness that will elevate your meals to the next level.
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Ingredients
- 120 ml Fresh lemon juice
- 240 ml Vegetable broth
- 60 ml Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp Cornstarch
- 60 ml Cold water
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tbsp Chopped fresh parsley
- 1 Zest of lemon
Directions
Step 1
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 2
Add the vegetable broth, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Stir well to combine the ingredients.
Step 3
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, allowing the flavors to meld together for about 5 minutes.
Step 4
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry, ensuring there are no lumps.
Step 5
Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.
Step 6
Once the sauce reaches the desired thickness, remove it from the heat.
Step 7
Stir in the lemon zest and chopped fresh parsley.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Serve the lemon sauce warm over your choice of dish, or refrigerate and use it as a cold sauce.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (525.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 727.7 |
| Total Fat 61.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 9.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1990.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.2g | |
| Protein 5.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 90.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 685.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories