Better Than Butter Sauce

Elevate your culinary creations with this luscious and versatile Better Than Butter Sauce! Made with wholesome ingredients like olive oil, garlic, shallots, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this plant-based sauce delivers a creamy, buttery flavor without any actual butter. A touch of nutritional yeast lends a rich, savory depth, while a simple cornstarch slurry ensures the perfect silky-smooth texture. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this sauce is perfect for drizzling over roasted vegetables, complementing delicate fish, or adding a gourmet touch to your favorite pasta dishes. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a dairy-free, umami-packed game-changer that’s sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 26/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves
• 1 piece Shallot
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 cup Vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves and shallot.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and shallot to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant, but not browned.

Step 4

Whisk in the vegetable stock, lemon juice, and nutritional yeast, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water to create a slurry.

Step 6

Slowly pour the cornstarch slurry into the saucepan while whisking continuously to avoid clumping.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil for a creamy texture, then season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley.

Step 10

Serve warm over vegetables, fish, pasta, or use it as a dip for crusty bread. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	127 grams (127.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	784

Total Fat 84.00g	108%
Saturated Fat 13.00g	65%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1186mg	52%
Total Carbohydrate 6.80g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1.20g	4%
Total Sugars 3.20g
Protein 0.80g	2%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 17mg	1%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 97mg	2%

*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: 96.1%

Protein: 0.4%

Carbs: 3.5%