Sugar-Free Rich and Savory Vegan Gravy

Elevate your plant-based meals with this Sugar-Free Rich and Savory Vegan Gravy, a flavor-packed, health-conscious twist on a classic comfort food staple. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like finely chopped mushrooms, fragrant garlic, and aromatic herbs, this dairy-free and sugar-free recipe delivers depth and umami richness with a satisfying smooth texture. Nutritional yeast enhances the creamy, cheesy undertones, while soy sauce and balsamic vinegar bring a perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. Thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, this versatile gravy is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal companion for mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or stuffing. Whether for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this easy vegan gravy will become a new favorite in your plant-based repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped mushrooms to the pan and cook until they release their moisture, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the soy sauce and balsamic vinegar, allowing the mixture to simmer for another 2 minutes.

Step 6

Pour in the vegetable broth, nutritional yeast, thyme, and rosemary. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Allow the gravy to simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld together.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.

Step 9

Slowly add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper, tasting and adjusting as necessary.

Step 11

Serve the gravy warm over your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(923.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	669.2

Total Fat 33.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3484.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 25.5g	0%

Vitamin D 14IU	0%
Calcium 141.3mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2042.3mg	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: 42.9%

Protein: 14.7%

Carbs: 42.3%