Paleo Creamy Pumpkin Sauce

Velvety smooth and brimming with autumnal flavors, this Paleo Creamy Pumpkin Sauce is a wholesome and dairy-free wonder that’s perfect for any meal. Made with nutrient-rich pumpkin puree and creamy coconut milk, this sauce is elevated with garlic, a touch of nutmeg, and the cheesy umami of nutritional yeast. A splash of lemon juice brings brightness, while fresh parsley adds a pop of color and herbal freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce is a dream poured over pasta, roasted veggies, or even as a dip. Gluten-free, Paleo-friendly, and packed with cozy flavors, it’s the ultimate healthy comfort food to savor this season.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

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Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

1 cup pumpkin puree
1 cup coconut milk
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic cloves
3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the garlic cloves and mince them finely.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the pumpkin puree and coconut milk to the saucepan, stirring until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, sea salt, black pepper, and ground nutmeg. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Remove the sauce from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley.

Step 7

Serve immediately over prepared pasta, grilled vegetables, or use as a dip. Enjoy the creamy and rich flavors of this paleo-friendly delight!

Portion size

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(583.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	552.8

Total Fat 35.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 4.9mg	0%
Sodium 2417.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.5g
Protein 12.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 111.6mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1152.3mg	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: 55.1%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 36.2%