Alpha Gal Friendly Vegan Strawberry Sauce
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, this strawberry sauce is the kind of thing you'll want to spoon over absolutely everything. It comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of clean, plant-based ingredients — strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt — making it a naturally safe choice for anyone navigating mammalian product sensitivities. No dairy, no meat-derived additives, no hidden animal byproducts to second-guess on a label. The technique of crushing half the berries mid-cook gives you the best of both worlds: a silky, thickened base with tender fruit pieces running through it. A splash of lemon juice keeps the sweetness balanced and bright, while optional lemon zest and vanilla add a little extra depth if you're feeling fancy. Serve it warm over pancakes or oatmeal, or let it cool and refrigerate it to use all week long as a topping, a swirl, or a straight-from-the-spoon treat.
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6 servings
- 1 lb fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled and halved (quartered if large)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring to coat the berries.
- 2
Cook, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries release their juices and begin to soften, about 5 minutes.
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