Vegan Sahnesauce
Creamy, rich, and irresistibly satisfying, this Vegan Sahnesauce is the plant-based answer to a classic German cream sauce. Made from a blend of soaked raw cashews, nutritional yeast, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dairy-free recipe delivers the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. It takes just 10 minutes to prepare and is then gently heated to silky perfection in under 5 minutes, making it an ideal quick-fix for weeknight dinners. Whether you’re drizzling it over pasta, roasted vegetables, or using it as a versatile sauce for your favorite dishes, this vegan cashew cream sauce is as wholesome as it is indulgent. Plus, it’s packed with simple pantry staples, making it both vegan and gluten-free. Try this effortless, flavor-packed recipe today for a taste of plant-based luxury!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Place the 1 cup of raw cashews in a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for at least 10 minutes to soften.
Step 2
Drain the cashews and add them to a blender along with 1.5 cups of water, 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Step 3
Blend all the ingredients for 2-3 minutes or until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. If needed, stop the blender and scrape down the sides to ensure everything is well combined.
Step 4
In a medium saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Step 5
Pour the blended cashew mixture into the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, for about 5 minutes until the sauce is heated through and slightly thickened.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.
Step 7
Serve the vegan sahnesauce warm over your favorite pasta, grilled vegetables, or as a creamy topping for a variety of dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (540.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 830.2 |
| Total Fat 64.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1332.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 47.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 27.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 80.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1034.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories