Magical Mushroom Gravy (Vegan, Healthy + Packed With Flavor)

If you love smothering your food in gravy but want something lighter, healthier, and completely plant-based, this Vegan Magical Mushroom Gravy is about to become a favorite. It’s rich, savory, deeply flavorful — and made with whole-food ingredients like mushrooms, onions, and cauliflower for extra nutrients and immune-supporting benefits.

What makes this gravy “magical”? Its versatility. You can drizzle it over mashed potatoes, spoon it onto a grilled cauliflower steak, pour it over tofu or tempeh, use it as a grain bowl sauce, or even dip a sandwich into it. The texture is silky, the flavor is bold, and the entire recipe comes together in under 30 minutes.

If you try it, I’d love to hear how you enjoy it!

Magical Mushroom Gravy

Serves: 4

Prep time: 15 minutes

Cooking time: 20 minutes

Magical Mushroom Gravy Ingredients

• 3/4 cup roughly chopped yellow or white onion

• 2 large garlic cloves, roughly minced

• 1 cup roughly chopped cremini or portobello mushrooms

• 1 cup chopped cauliflower (small florets)

• 1 Tbsp organic tamari

• 1 tsp fresh minced thyme (or 1/3 tsp dried thyme)

• 1/2 tsp fresh minced sage (or 1/8-1/4 tsp dried sage)

• 4 cup vegetable broth

• 1 Tbsp arrowroot powder or organic cornstarch

• 1 Tbsp water

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Directions for Making Magical Mushroom Gravy

1. Heat a large stovetop pot over medium-high heat.

2. Add the onions, reduce heat to medium, and sauté until translucent (2–3 minutes), adding 1–2 tablespoons of water as needed to prevent sticking or to deglaze.

3. Add the garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds.

4. Add mushrooms, cauliflower, tamari, thyme, and sage. Stir to combine.

5. Pour in the vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to concentrate the flavor.

6. While it cooks, mix the arrowroot or cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water to form a slurry.

7. At the 14-minute mark, stir in the slurry and cook for 1–2 minutes until the gravy thickens. Add salt and pepper.

8. Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Serving Suggestions

Try this healthier mushroom gravy over:

• Mashed potatoes or mashed cauliflower

• Grilled or roasted cauliflower steaks

• Grain bowls (quinoa, brown rice, farro)

• Grilled or baked tofu or tempeh

• Veggie burgers

• Thanksgiving dinner sides

• Sautéed greens or roasted vegetables

• Sweet potato biscuits (link internally!)

Storage

• Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

• Reheat gently on the stovetop — add a splash of broth if it thickens.

• Freezes well for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (4 servings): 74 calories, 8 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, 7 grams protein, 2 grams fat, 927 milligrams sodium

Magical Mushroom Gravy:

Nourishing Comfort With Every Drizzle

This Magical Mushroom Gravy proves that comfort food can be nourishing, flavorful, and completely plant-based. Whether you're making it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a holiday feast, it’s a simple recipe that elevates just about everything it touches.

I hope it becomes a staple in your kitchen too!