Vegan Classic Blue Cheese Sauce

Indulge in the rich, tangy flavor of this Vegan Classic Blue Cheese Sauce, a plant-based twist on the beloved creamy classic. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like raw cashews, coconut milk, and a touch of white miso paste, this dairy-free recipe perfectly mimics the sharp, savory essence of traditional blue cheese. The secret addition of olive brine and crumbled tofu not only enhances the tangy profile but also provides a surprising texture reminiscent of real blue cheese chunks. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile vegan sauce is perfect for drizzling over crisp salads, dunking with fresh veggies, or elevating your favorite burgers and sandwiches. A must-try for vegans and blue cheese lovers alike, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup coconut milk (full fat)
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1.5 tablespoons white miso paste
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons olive brine (from a jar of green olives)
• 0.5 cup firm tofu

Directions

Step 1

Soak the raw cashews in hot water for 10 minutes to soften, then drain.

Step 2

In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the soaked cashews, water, coconut milk, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, white miso paste, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.

Step 3

Blend the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Transfer the sauce mixture to a small saucepan and place over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the mixture while stirring constantly for about 4-5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the olive brine.

Step 7

Gently crumble the firm tofu into the sauce, stirring carefully to maintain some texture, resembling blue cheese chunks.

Step 8

Allow the sauce to cool before serving or refrigerate to thicken further.

Step 9

Serve the Vegan Classic Blue Cheese Sauce drizzled over salads, as a dip for veggies, or as a sauce for burgers and sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(819.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1378.2

Total Fat 113.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2542.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 17.2g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.9mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 1886.7mg	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: 69.1%

Protein: 12.7%

Carbs: 18.3%