Savory Cashew Gravy Vegan

Indulge in the rich, velvety goodness of this Savory Cashew Gravy, a completely vegan and gluten-free recipe that's perfect for enhancing your favorite comfort foods. This dairy-free gravy gets its creamy texture from soaked raw cashews, blended to perfection with vegetable broth and nutritional yeast for an umami-packed flavor. A hint of tamari or soy sauce and optional fresh thyme elevate this recipe, making it a versatile companion for mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or fluffy vegan biscuits. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick simmer, this plant-based gravy comes together effortlessly, offering a healthier, flavorful alternative to traditional gravies. Perfect for holiday dinners, weeknight meals, or any time you crave smooth, savory indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw cashews
• 2 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 small Yellow onion
• 2 Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon Tamari or soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.

Step 2

Chop the small yellow onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion to the saucepan and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Add the soaked cashews, vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, tamari or soy sauce, fresh thyme leaves (if using), salt, and ground black pepper to the saucepan.

Step 7

Simmer the mixture over low heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully transfer the mixture to a blender.

Step 9

Add the cup of water to the blender, and blend on high until the mixture is creamy and smooth, about 2-3 minutes. If the gravy is too thick, add more water a tablespoon at a time until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 10

Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.

Step 11

Serve warm over mashed potatoes, biscuits, roasted vegetables, or any dish of your choice. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(956.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1146.8

Total Fat 81.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3332.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 79.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.8mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2024.9mg	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: 60.8%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 26.5%