Vegan Classic Lemon Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with this Vegan Classic Lemon Sauce, a tangy and creamy plant-based recipe that comes together in just 15 minutes! Bursting with the fresh zest of lemon juice and subtly enriched with nutritional yeast for a velvety texture, this dairy-free sauce is the perfect accompaniment to a variety of meals. It’s thickened with cornstarch for a silky consistency and delicately seasoned with garlic and onion powder for a balanced flavor profile. Whether drizzled over roasted veggies, tossed with pasta, or poured over crispy tofu, this zesty sauce adds a vibrant twist to your favorite dishes. Plus, it’s topped with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an optional pop of color and herbal freshness. Quick, versatile, and irresistibly delicious, this lemon sauce is a must-have addition to your vegan recipe collection!
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Ingredients
- 0.5 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir until smooth to make a slurry. Set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the fresh lemon juice, unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
Step 3
Whisk the mixture until all ingredients are well combined and the nutritional yeast is fully dissolved.
Step 4
Increase the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer while stirring frequently.
Step 5
Once simmering, add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan, whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
Step 6
Continue to cook and stir the sauce for approximately 2-3 minutes, or until thickened to your desired consistency.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Step 8
If desired, garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve over your favorite dishes such as roasted vegetables, pasta, or grilled tofu.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (420.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 399.8 |
| Total Fat 31.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1343.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 3.1g | |
| Protein 8.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 87.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 448.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 476.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories