Best 10 Sauce For Vegetables Recipes

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Are you tired of bland and boring vegetables? Do you want to add some excitement and flavor to your vegetable dishes? If so, then you need to try a delicious sauce for vegetables. A well-made sauce can take a simple vegetable dish and turn it into a culinary masterpiece. With so many different sauces to choose from, there is sure to be one that will perfectly complement your favorite vegetables. Whether you prefer a creamy, cheesy sauce, a tangy tomato sauce, or a spicy chili sauce, there is a sauce out there for everyone. So what are you waiting for? Start experimenting with different sauces today and discover the amazing flavors that you can create with your vegetables!

Let's cook with our recipes!

SAUTEED VEGETABLES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 17m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
1/2 yellow bell pepper, chopped
6 cremini mushrooms, chopped
4 broccoli florets, chopped
1/2 zucchini, chopped
1/2 yellow summer squash, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons chicken stock

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and heat. Add the garlic and saute, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the all of the vegetables and cook until just starting to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add the oregano, soy sauce and chicken stock and stir well and cook just until vegetables are wilted, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.

VEGETABLE SPAGHETTI SAUCE



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Looking for a classic Italian accompaniment? Then check out this slow cooked spaghetti sauce made with vegetables.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
2 large onions, chopped (2 cups)
4 medium carrots, chopped (2 cups)
4 cups sliced mushrooms
2 medium green bell peppers, chopped (2 cups)
4 cans (14 1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, garlic and oregano, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
2 cans (6 ounces each) Italian-style tomato paste
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed, if desired
24 ounces uncooked spaghetti
Grated Parmesan cheese, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Cook onions and carrots in oil 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until crisp-tender. Stir in mushrooms and bell peppers.
  • Spoon vegetables into 4- to 6-quart slow cooker. Stir in remaining ingredients except spaghetti and cheese.
  • Cover and cook on low heat setting 8 to 10 hours.
  • Cook and drain spaghetti as directed on package. Serve sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 69 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 12 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1100 mg

VEGETARIAN PASTA SAUCE



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Loaded with fresh vegetables and herbs, this hearty, meatless sauce is a perfect way for gardeners to make delicious use of their harvest. "You can add some of your favorite red wine to the sauce during the cooking process, if you wish." -Jerry Tamburino Sacramento, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

3 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
5 garlic cloves, minced
3 medium zucchini, chopped
3 medium yellow summer squash, chopped
3 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 medium eggplant, peeled and cubed
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian crushed tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup minced fresh basil
3 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary
2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, saute the onions and peppers in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add the zucchini, summer squash, tomatoes, eggplant and mushrooms; cook and stir for 5 minutes., Stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until sauce is thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 705mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

GARLIC VEGETABLE SAUTE



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This is a delicious mix of fresh vegetables and spices lightly pan-fried with butter and olive oil.

Provided by anna32182

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeds and ribs removed, minced
2 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
1 shallot, sliced
¼ teaspoon salt
freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch paprika

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet; cook and stir garlic and jalapeno in hot skillet until softened, about 5 minutes. Add zucchini, yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, and shallot; continue to cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes more. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 179.6 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

ROASTED AND READY VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Get more of the good stuff on your plate with these variations of vibrant vegetable sauces. Prepare them ahead and tuck them in the fridge for a jump start on veggie-full meals throughout the week. Serve over hot pasta.

Provided by Juliana Hale

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 cups cauliflower florets
3 cups broccoli florets
1 cup coarsely chopped onion
4 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 tablespoons salted butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 cups vegetable broth
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon dried thyme
4 cups packed fresh spinach

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a shallow baking pan with foil.
  • Arrange cauliflower, broccoli, onion, and garlic in a single layer on the prepared pan. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tender and lightly browned, about 25 minutes.
  • Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add flour; cook and stir 1 minute. Add broth, roasted vegetables, salt, pepper, and thyme. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, 10 minutes, adding spinach during the last 4 minutes to wilt. Cool slightly; puree in a blender or with an immersion blender. Serve hot. Or chill, covered, up to 3 days, and reheat for another use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 88.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9.2 g, Cholesterol 9.2 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 287.1 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

SAUCE FOR VEGETABLES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup grated Pecorino Romano
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cooked carrot, from stock
1 cup vegetable stock
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine all ingredients, slowly adding the oil. Blend until smooth, adding extra stock if too dense. The texture should be that of hollandaise sauce.;

ROASTED MIXED VEGETABLES



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Make this your go-to recipe any time roasted vegetables are on the menu. The technique will work for any high-moisture vegetable, and the process of cutting your selected vegetables into 1-inch pieces allows them all to cook at the same rate. The optional garlicky yogurt sauce turns a pan of roasted veggies into a light meal, especially when paired with some crusty bread or a bowl of rice or other grains, or you can serve these as a colorful side dish.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     vegetables, side dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 to 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 cups vegetables (any combination of broccoli, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, brussels sprouts, mushrooms), cut into 1-inch pieces (see Tip)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
Freshly ground black pepper
4 fresh thyme sprigs or 1 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
1 cup whole-milk Greek yogurt
1 to 2 garlic cloves, finely grated or minced
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Pinch each salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Prepare the vegetables: Heat oven to 425 degrees. Add the vegetables to a rimmed sheet pan. Add 2 tablespoons oil, the salt, pepper and thyme (if using), and gently toss vegetables to coat. Use your hands to spread the vegetables out into one layer, spacing them evenly all over the pan.
  • Transfer to the oven and roast until they are tender and browned, 30 to 40 minutes, stirring at least once during roasting for even cooking.
  • While vegetables roast, you can make yogurt sauce if you like: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, garlic, oil, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
  • Serve roasted vegetables with a dollop of garlic yogurt, if desired, and a drizzle of oil on top.

CHEESE SAUCE FOR VEGGIES



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"This tasty cheese sauce, flavored with ground mustard, curry and marjoram, is especially good over broccoli and cauliflower," notes Ruth Bogdanski of Grants Pass, Oregon. "I like to add a sprinkling of crumbled bacon on top."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons evaporated milk
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
Dash to 1/8 teaspoon curry powder

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine all ingredients. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until the cheese is melted. Serve warm over broccoli or other cooked vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 5g protein.

WHITE SAUCE FOR VEGETABLES



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Mom used this on cauliflower or broccoli. Can add cheese or dill to it to make a variation. Great on eggs, fish, veggies. I have also used this on carrots and peas. Yummy!

Provided by CookingMonster

Categories     Sauces

Time 11m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 teaspoon salt
1 -1 1/2 cup milk
2 tablespoons margarine
2 tablespoons flour

Steps:

  • Melt margarine.
  • Add flour, salt and blend until smooth. Stir in cold milk, gradually until thick, stirring constantly.
  • If thicker sauce is desired, use 3-4 tbsp margarine and 3-4 tablespoons flour.
  • •For cheese sauce, add Cheese Whiz or cheddar to taste, and stir in until melted. Serve hot over vegetables, fish or eggs.

VEGETABLE SAUCE



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Make and share this Vegetable Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by yewoinfamilycooking

Categories     Onions

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 medium tomatoes
1 onion
2 carrots (peeled)
1 red bell pepper
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon sun-dried tomatoes or 1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 stalks celery
2 stalks green onions or 2 stalks scallions
1 teaspoon basil (minced)
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 teaspoon minced garlic clove
4 bay leaves
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil or 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon red chili pepper (berbere)
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Clean, rinse and chop the vegetables.
  • In a big cooking pan, mix all ingredients together except salt and black.
  • Cook it for 15 minutes.
  • Add black pepper and salt to taste; cook for five minutes; remove from heat.
  • P.S. The sauce could be used with rice; for garnishing baked fish or meat and as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.8, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 368.2, Carbohydrate 16.9, Fiber 4.5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 2.8

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your dish more flavor and texture. Some good options include broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, green beans, and zucchini.
  • Roast the vegetables before adding them to the sauce. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables and gives them a slightly caramelized flavor.
  • Use a flavorful base for your sauce. This could be a simple broth, a creamy sauce, or a tomato-based sauce. Be sure to season the sauce to taste.
  • Add some herbs and spices to the sauce. This will give the sauce more depth of flavor. Some good options include garlic, onion, basil, oregano, and thyme.
  • Serve the sauce over your roasted vegetables. You can also use the sauce as a dipping sauce for vegetables or crackers.

Conclusion:

Vegetable sauces are a delicious and versatile way to add flavor and nutrition to your meals. They can be used as a main course, a side dish, or a dipping sauce. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a vegetable sauce that everyone will enjoy.

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