A gooey, stretchy plant-based mozzarella sauce for your next pizza!
Are you ready for a slice of pizza or a bowl of pasta? Or even a grilled cheese sandwich? Then you’re going to love this oh-so-delicious cheez sauce! It’s one of my family’s favorite toppings. It’s dairy-free and low in fat, so it’s a healthier option for so many of our favorite dishes.
Try it on some French onion soup, lasagna, burritos, quesadillas, and veggie dips. I’m sure you’ll think of other ways to enjoy this plant-based cheez sauce that I haven’t mentioned.
What do you need to make Easy Pizza Cheez Sauce
- Block of firm tofu
- Lemon Juice
- Tapioca starch
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Nutritional Yeast flakes
- Salt or salt substitute
Tofu HealthBites
Have you discovered what a versatile tofu can be? It is the perfect base for making creamy sauces and dressings, such as our Easy Pizza Cheez Sauce. It is a great source of protein and makes a healthy alternative to meat dishes. Tofu also contains all the essential amino acids your body needs and is rich in vitamins and minerals, including calcium, manganese, iron, and vitamin A.
Tofu contains natural compounds called isoflavones, powerful antioxidants that minimize damage to your body (known as oxidative stress) caused by free radicals. This oxidative stress is associated with aging and many chronic diseases. Regularly eating tofu is also associated with lower cholesterol levels. Studies suggest this includes a reduction in low-density lipoprotein (LDL), the type often referred to as ‘bad’ cholesterol, as well as total cholesterol. Regular consumption of legumes, including tofu, is linked to a lower risk of heart disease; this is thought to be because they are a rich source of phytochemicals as well as fiber.
Easy Pizza Cheez Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 block Organic firm tofu
- 3-4 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water may add additional water for a creamy texture
- 1/4 cup tapioca starch
- 1-2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt or salt substitute
- 2-3 tbsp nutritional yeast flakes
Instructions
- Blend the block of tofu, water, and lemon juice in a food processor or blender.
- Add additional water, as needed, to process the tofu into a cream-like batter.
- Add tapioca starch, salt, onion powder, garlic powder, and 2 tablespoons of nutritional yeast flakes.
- Spoon into a medium saucepan and cook on medium heat.
- Stir with a spatula or spoon regularly for about 3 minutes. The sauce will start to curdle and separate. Keep stirring. You know the sauce is done when it becomes a little stretchy like mozzarella cheese.
- After cooking, spoon it onto your pizza boats. Do this within 20 minutes or it will start to firm up.
