Heart-Healthy Classic Mustard Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Classic Mustard Sauce, a flavorful and versatile condiment that’s as delicious as it is nutritious. Made with the perfect balance of tangy Dijon mustard, zesty apple cider vinegar, and a hint of sweetness from honey, this sauce skips the heavy cream or high-sodium ingredients often found in traditional recipes. A touch of olive oil and aromatic minced garlic bring richness, while dried thyme and black pepper add depth to each bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy sauce is both low-sodium and heart-conscious, making it the ideal companion for grilled chicken, fish, or as a zesty salad dressing. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this recipe is perfect for adding bold flavors to any healthy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Honey
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth until fully combined.

Step 2

Add the apple cider vinegar and honey to the mustard-broth mixture, and continue whisking until the honey is dissolved.

Step 3

Heat a small saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is warm, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until it becomes aromatic, being careful not to burn it.

Step 5

Pour the mustard mixture into the saucepan with the garlic and whisk together.

Step 6

Add the dried thyme and ground black pepper, continuing to whisk as you cook the mixture over low heat for 3-5 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Remove from heat and transfer the mustard sauce into a serving dish.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature. This sauce pairs well with grilled chicken, fish, or as a dressing for salads.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(323.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	454.2

Total Fat 38.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2834.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g	0%
Total Sugars 17.4g
Protein 0.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 20.6mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 92.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.6%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 18.6%