Low Sodium Homemade BBQ Ranch Sauce

Elevate your dipping game with this creamy and tangy Low Sodium Homemade BBQ Ranch Sauce, the perfect guilt-free complement to your favorite dishes. Crafted with plain Greek yogurt, low-sodium tomato paste, and aromatic spices like smoked paprika, garlic powder, and dill, this easy-to-make sauce delivers bold barbecue flavors without overloading on salt. A touch of honey and a splash of apple cider vinegar add a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess, while a blend of dried herbs enhances its classic ranch appeal. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with veggies, grilled meats, or as a zesty salad dressing. Ideal for health-conscious food lovers seeking big flavor and low sodium, this BBQ ranch sauce proves that homemade truly tastes better—without compromise!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried chives
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt.

Step 2

Stir in 2 tablespoons of low-sodium tomato paste and mix until the yogurt is smooth and uniformly colored.

Step 3

Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey to the bowl. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Stir to incorporate thoroughly.

Step 5

Season the sauce with 0.5 teaspoons of ground black pepper, then add 1 teaspoon each of dried dill, dried parsley, and dried chives.

Step 6

Pour in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 7

Adjust the sauce consistency by stirring in 2 tablespoons of water. You can add more or less water as needed to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, taking care not to add salt to maintain the low sodium content.

Step 9

Transfer the BBQ ranch sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container.

Step 10

Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(383.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	313.3

Total Fat 5.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 105.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 27.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345.8mg	0%
Iron 2.4mg	0%
Potassium 826.7mg	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: 14.7%

Protein: 33.8%

Carbs: 51.5%