Low Sodium Homemade Barbecue Sauce

Satisfy your barbecue cravings without the extra sodium with this rich and smoky Low Sodium Homemade Barbecue Sauce. Made with wholesome ingredients like tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of molasses for natural sweetness, this sauce delivers bold, zesty flavor without relying on added salt. A balanced blend of smoked paprika, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and a touch of liquid smoke creates an irresistible depth of taste. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes on the stovetop, it's perfect for marinating, glazing, or dipping. Whether you're grilling chicken, pork, or veggies, this low sodium barbecue sauce is sure to become your go-to condiment for healthier cookouts.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 2 tablespoons Molasses
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, low sodium
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, and molasses over medium heat.

Step 2

Whisk the mixture until smooth and the honey and molasses are fully dissolved.

Step 3

Add the low sodium Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and liquid smoke to the pan.

Step 4

Pour in the water and stir everything together until well-combined.

Step 5

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to let the flavors meld.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust any seasoning if necessary, such as adding more honey for sweetness or more vinegar for tang.

Step 8

Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency and taste, remove it from the heat.

Step 9

Let the barbecue sauce cool before transferring it to a clean jar or airtight container.

Step 10

Store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(793.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	573.6

Total Fat 4.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 558.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 104.6g
Protein 9.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.2mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 2706.4mg	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: 6.8%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 86.9%