Heart-Healthy Sahnesauce

Elevate your meals with this luscious yet guilt-free Heart-Healthy Sahnesauce, a creamy sauce reimagined for wellness without sacrificing flavor. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk, nutritional yeast, and a touch of extra-virgin olive oil, this dairy-free and plant-based recipe ensures a velvety texture that’s light on calories but rich in taste. Aromatic shallots, garlic, and freshly chopped parsley infuse the sauce with layers of flavor, while a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. Perfect for drizzling over pasta, roasted vegetables, or lean proteins, this quick and easy sauce comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers who refuse to compromise on indulgence. Both heart-healthy and delicious, it’s a must-try vegan alternative for creamy sauce fans!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped shallot
• 2 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped shallot and sauté for about 3 minutes until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 4

Add the low-sodium vegetable broth and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth, then add it to the saucepan.

Step 6

Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and whisk the mixture continuously to avoid any lumps.

Step 7

Cook the sauce for about 5 minutes, or until it thickens slightly, stirring frequently.

Step 8

Add the nutritional yeast, black pepper, salt, and lemon juice, stirring well to combine.

Step 9

Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 10

Stir in the freshly chopped parsley.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if desired, before serving the sauce warm over your choice of dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	614.8 grams (614.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	459

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.10g	21%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1493mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 35.60g	13%
Dietary Fiber 5.40g	19%
Total Sugars 4.70g
Protein 12.10g	24%

Vitamin D 88IU	439%
Calcium 477mg	37%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 798mg	17%

*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: 58.8%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 30.7%