Soy Free Vegan Strawberry Sauce
Bright, jammy, and bursting with real strawberry flavor, this sauce is the kind of thing you'll want to drizzle over absolutely everything. It comes together in a single saucepan with just a handful of clean, plant-based ingredients — no hidden additives, no processed sweeteners, and nothing that would raise a flag for anyone avoiding soy. Maple syrup brings a gentle, rounded sweetness that lets the berries stay front and center, while a squeeze of lemon juice keeps the whole thing tasting fresh and vibrant. The technique of crushing only half the berries is a small move that makes a big difference, giving you a sauce with both silky body and satisfying chunks of fruit. Optional lemon zest and vanilla add a little depth if you want to take it up a notch, but the base recipe is already genuinely delicious on its own. Spoon it warm over pancakes, stir it into oatmeal, or let it cool and layer it into a parfait — this one earns a permanent spot in your fridge.
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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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