Low Calorie Cheese Sauce

Dive into creamy indulgence without the guilt with this Low Calorie Cheese Sauce, a lighter take on the classic comfort food topping. Made with unsweetened almond milk (or low-fat milk), low-fat cheddar cheese, and a touch of nutritional yeast for an extra savory edge, this velvety sauce is as nutritious as it is delicious. A quick roux created from light butter and flour ensures a perfectly smooth texture, while garlic powder and paprika add a flavorful kick. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an ideal choice for topping steamed veggies, drizzling over baked potatoes, or enhancing your favorite pasta dishes. Perfect for those seeking a health-conscious yet indulgent treat, this low-fat cheese sauce is a versatile kitchen staple you’ll come back to again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Unsweetened almond milk (or low-fat milk)
• 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
• 1 tablespoon Light butter or margarine
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the light butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux. Stir constantly to prevent burning.

Step 3

Slowly pour in the almond milk while whisking constantly to ensure a smooth mixture.

Step 4

Cook the mixture for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low, then add the shredded low-fat cheddar cheese, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Stir continuously until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and serve immediately over your favorite dish or as a dip.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(515.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521.7

Total Fat 19.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 40mg	0%
Sodium 2547.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 0.2g
Protein 65.6g	0%

Vitamin D 150.0IU	0%
Calcium 1484.6mg	0%
Iron 3.7mg	0%
Potassium 619.6mg	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: 32.5%

Protein: 49.7%

Carbs: 17.8%