This Fat-Free Vegan Gravy is rich, flavorful, and made without a drop of oil or butter. With simple, pantry ingredients and quick prep, this savory gravy is perfect for everything from festive holiday spreads to your everyday mashed potatoes. It’s sure to be a hit with both vegans and meat-eaters alike!
What Makes This Gravy Awesome
- Fat-Free: No oil, no butter, no guilt!
- Savory & Satisfying: Umami-rich ingredients(tamari and nutritional yeast) combine with herbs and dry seasonings (onion, garlic, and mustard powder) for a deep, layered flavor. A splash of lemon juice adds just enough brightness to balance it all out. Pair it with mashed potatoes, baked potatoes, rice, lentil/chickpea loaves, veggie burgers, tofu nuggets, and more!
- Quick and Easy: One pot, minimal prep, and ready in under 30 minutes!
- Flexible & Allergy-Friendly: Gluten-free option included, plus an easy herb swap if you’re out of poultry seasoning.
- Perfect for Meal-Prep: Stores well in the fridge or freezer, making it great for meal planning.
FAQ
Of course! Just be sure to use a large enough saucepan and stir frequently to prevent sticking as it thickens.
The lemon juice is optional, but it adds a subtle brightness that helps balance the savory flavors. Feel free to skip it if you’d like.
Storage
Allow the gravy to cool down before storing. Transfer the cooled gravy to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
If frozen, thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat on the stovetop, whisking frequently, or in the microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between. You can add a splash of vegetable broth to thin it out if needed.
Fat-Free Vegan Gravy
Ingredients
- 3 cups vegetable broth low sodium, if desired
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour regular or a 1:1 gluten-free blend (I used King Arthur Measure for Measure GF flour)
- 3 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce, low sodium, if desired
- 2 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 3/4 teaspoon onion powder plus more to taste, if desired
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder plus more to taste, if desired
- 3/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning plus more to taste, if desired (see notes for substitutions)
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice optional
- freshly ground black pepper to taste optional
- fine sea salt to taste optional
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients through mustard powder to a saucepan. Whisk thoroughly until the flour is mostly dissolved.
- Bring to a boil, whisking frequently, and then lower the heat to a simmer.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, whisking frequently and adjusting the heat as needed to maintain a simmer. The gravy will thicken and the flavors will develop as it cooks.
- Turn off the heat and whisk in lemon juice, if using, followed by black pepper and salt to taste. Adjust onion/garlic powder and poultry seasoning as desired.
Notes
Nutrition
The nutrition information shown is an estimate provided by an online calculator. Accuracy is not guaranteed.