Heart-Healthy Creamy Coconut Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Coconut Sauce, a luscious and guilt-free addition to any dish! Made with light coconut milk, aromatic garlic and ginger, and a hint of turmeric, this flavorful sauce combines wholesome, anti-inflammatory ingredients without compromising on taste. Its velvety texture is perfectly balanced by the umami of low-sodium soy sauce, the brightness of freshly squeezed lime juice, and a touch of natural sweetness from coconut sugar. Fresh basil and parsley add an herby finish, while optional red chili flakes provide a subtle kick. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with grilled vegetables, fish, or poultry, making it an ideal choice for heart-healthy dinners packed with nutrition and flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 ml Coconut milk (light)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Ginger, minced
• 1 medium Red onion, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Coconut sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the chopped red onion to the saucepan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes or until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 4

Pour in the light coconut milk and stir well to combine with the sautéed ingredients.

Step 5

Add the low-sodium soy sauce, lime juice, and coconut sugar to the saucepan, stirring continuously.

Step 6

Stir in the turmeric powder and ground black pepper, ensuring all spices are well dispersed in the sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Just before removing from heat, add the fresh basil leaves and parsley, stirring them into the sauce.

Step 9

If using, add the red chili flakes for an extra kick of heat.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 11

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm over your choice of grilled vegetables, fish, or poultry for a heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(602.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	419.1

Total Fat 32.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1071.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.2g
Protein 8.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 108.2mg	0%
Iron 6.0mg	0%
Potassium 523.2mg	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: 64.7%

Protein: 7.5%

Carbs: 27.9%