Vegan Creamy Mushrooms

Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Vegan Creamy Mushrooms, a plant-based comfort dish that's both wholesome and indulgent. This quick and easy recipe combines tender white or cremini mushrooms, sautéed in fragrant garlic and fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary, with a silky, dairy-free sauce made from almond milk and nutritional yeast. A touch of lemon juice adds a refreshing brightness, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves the perfect creamy consistency. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is perfect as a savory side, or served over pasta, rice, or crusty toast for a satisfying, vegan-friendly meal. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, Vegan Creamy Mushrooms is a must-try recipe for cozy weeknights or elegant dinner parties.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 500 grams white or cremini mushrooms, sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, fresh
• 0.5 teaspoon rosemary, fresh, finely chopped
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until it becomes fragrant.

Step 3

Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Stir in the salt and black pepper, ensuring all mushrooms are well coated with the seasonings.

Step 4

Cook the mushrooms for about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until they are softened and have released their juices.

Step 5

Sprinkle the fresh thyme leaves and chopped rosemary over the mushrooms. Stir to combine the herbs into the mixture.

Step 6

Pour in the almond milk and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Stir in the nutritional yeast, mixing it into the sauce to enhance the creamy flavor.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and add it to the mushroom mixture.

Step 9

Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 10

Stir in the lemon juice to add a hint of brightness to the dish.

Step 11

Once thickened, remove from heat and sprinkle with fresh parsley if using.

Step 12

Serve the creamy mushrooms as a side dish, or as a topping over pasta or toast.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(840.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	486.2

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1376.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 33.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g	0%
Total Sugars 10.3g
Protein 24.0g	0%

Vitamin D 137.8IU	0%
Calcium 463.9mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1955.6mg	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: 56.3%

Protein: 18.4%

Carbs: 25.3%