Hold the Cream: 5 Vegan Substitutes That Are Just as Good

Cream can raise many dishes, but its saturated fat content and high calories does not exactly make the best choice. And if you are vegetarian or lactose intolerant, you may be missing meals different texture in the dairy product. Stop smoothness sigh and return with five vegetarian substitutes!

Aguacate.

High fat lawyers creamier perfect for milk and cream makeup substitute. Use avocadoin cooking or as a base for creamy sauces; One of our favorite ways is this vegan creamy avocado pasta Oh, it shines.

Beans.

Puree beans can provide the consistency is lacking in these comforting creamy soups. Use canned white beans; not only beans the right tone by replacing the cream, but its mild flavor also not exceed other flavors in the dish.

Coconut milk.

It is one of the most obvious choice for many dishes, but be careful with her fat - like regular cream, coconut milk is high in saturated fat and calories too. But if you just have a creamy taste, this option works as an occasional indulgence vegan. We love using the whipped cream and coconut cream (from a can of coconut milk with any fat) in desserts such as coconut cream perfect strawberry coconut.

Bananas.

Who needs ice cream when you have frozen bananas? Keep a pair of mature freezer (peel and place in a container before making for easier manipulation once they are frozen). Before hitting great creamy, take one or two in a food processor or blender with a little peanut butter and freeze for two hours. You have 150 calories vegan ice cream treat to enjoy after dinner.

Root vegetables.

Such as beans, adding root vegetables like sweet potatoes or mashed celeriac and savory sauces to add a thick consistency which is similar to cream. You can try cooked and mashed root vegetables in dishes like this delicious looking vegan mac and cheese, which uses cannellini beans, sweet potatoes and nutritional yeast to make a thick and creamy sauce that rivals Kraft release.