Heart-Healthy Hearty Vegetable Gravy

Savor the nourishing goodness of our Heart-Healthy Hearty Vegetable Gravy, a robust, flavor-packed sauce that's as nutritious as it is delicious. This wholesome recipe combines caramelized onions, a medley of fresh vegetables like mushrooms, carrots, and red bell peppers, and fragrant herbs such as thyme and rosemary for a rich, umami-packed base. Thickened with whole wheat flour and simmered with low-sodium vegetable broth, this gravy delivers a velvety texture without the guilt, making it perfect for health-conscious eaters. It’s finished with sweet pops of peas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, making it a delightful, plant-based addition to mashed potatoes, roasted dishes, or grain bowls. Ready in just 45 minutes and crafted with heart-healthy ingredients, this versatile sauce is a flavorful way to elevate any meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, diced
• 1 medium Celery stalk, diced
• 1 cup Mushroom, finely chopped
• 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
• 3 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.5 cup Frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced carrot, celery, mushrooms, and red bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Stir in the whole wheat flour and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a thick vegetable paste.

Step 6

Slowly whisk in the low-sodium vegetable broth to dissolve the flour, ensuring a smooth consistency.

Step 7

Add the tomato paste, fresh thyme, rosemary, black pepper, salt, and bay leaf. Mix well.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Add the frozen peas and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the gravy reaches the desired thickness.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot over your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1569.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	541.6

Total Fat 16.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1217.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 83.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 31.3g
Protein 21.4g	0%

Vitamin D 17.5IU	0%
Calcium 232.6mg	0%
Iron 6.9mg	0%
Potassium 3105.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.5%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 58.5%