Sugar-Free Hearty Vegetable Gravy

Dive into the rich, savory flavors of this Sugar-Free Hearty Vegetable Gravy, a wholesome, plant-based twist on traditional comfort food. Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like carrots, celery, mushrooms, and the umami punch of tamari soy sauce and nutritional yeast, this recipe delivers a deeply flavorful sauce without any added sugar. Perfect for serving over creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or as a topping for your favorite plant-based dishes, this gravy is both versatile and easy to prepare. With just 15 minutes of prep and a total cooking time of under 40 minutes, it’s a quick, healthy, and satisfying addition to any meal. Whether you're following a vegan, low-sodium, or sugar-free diet, this hearty gravy checks all the boxes for flavor and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium Carrot, finely chopped
• 1 medium Celery stalk, finely chopped
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 200 grams Mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 4 cups Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Tamari soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Thyme, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons Cold water

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and mushrooms to the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms have released their moisture and begun to brown.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 4

Pour in the vegetable broth. Add nutritional yeast, tamari soy sauce, thyme, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until smooth. Gradually add this slurry to the simmering gravy, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Step 7

Continue to cook the gravy for an additional 5 minutes, until it thickens to your desired consistency. Adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 8

Once thickened, remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy over mashed potatoes, with roasted vegetables, or as a flavorful sauce for plant-based dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1599.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	603.1

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4963.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 20.8g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 170.9mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 2710.2mg	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: 42.7%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 43.9%