Heart-Healthy Rahmsauce

Elevate your meals with this creamy yet guilt-free Heart-Healthy Rahmsauce! This lighter twist on the classic German cream sauce combines the velvety richness of low-fat Greek yogurt with aromatic shallots, garlic, and a hint of Dijon mustard for a flavorful depth. Infused with fragrant dried thyme and a touch of nutmeg, this easy-to-make sauce is the perfect low-calorie companion for lean proteins or steamed vegetables. Naturally low in sodium and made with olive oil for heart health, it comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners. Garnished with fresh parsley, this wholesome, savory sauce will transform your favorite dishes while keeping your wellness goals on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Shallot, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped shallot and minced garlic, and sauté until the shallot becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, and bring to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to combine for about 5 minutes.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the low-fat Greek yogurt and Dijon mustard until smooth.

Step 5

Slowly stir the yogurt mixture into the saucepan, ensuring it integrates smoothly without separating.

Step 6

Add the dried thyme, nutmeg, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Step 7

Continue to simmer on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly while stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.

Step 9

Serve the Heart-Healthy Rahmsauce immediately over lean protein like chicken breast or a medley of steamed vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(567.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	456.9

Total Fat 21.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 29.4mg	0%
Sodium 1526.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.6g	0%
Total Sugars 32.2g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 88.2IU	0%
Calcium 270.3mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 718.2mg	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: 42.6%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 38.4%