Low Sodium Homemade Special Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Low Sodium Homemade Special Sauce, a creamy, flavorful condiment perfect for health-conscious eaters who don’t want to compromise on taste. Made with low-sodium mayonnaise, a touch of honey, and a tangy blend of Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and fresh lemon juice, this versatile sauce is subtly seasoned with garlic and onion powders, sweet and smoked paprika, and a dash of black pepper. Ready in just 10 minutes and with no cooking required, this heart-healthy recipe is ideal for dipping, spreading, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. With its bold yet balanced flavor profile and low-sodium focus, it’s a must-have addition to your homemade sauce collection. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the vibrant flavors meld, and enjoy it with burgers, sandwiches, or even roasted veggies!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup low-sodium mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Stir together until smooth.
Step 2
Add the honey and apple cider vinegar to the mixture and continue stirring until fully incorporated.
Step 3
Incorporate the garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, sweet paprika, and smoked paprika into the sauce. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices.
Step 4
Add the fresh lemon juice and give the sauce a final stir to blend all ingredients together.
Step 5
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary (keeping in mind the goal is to keep sodium levels low).
Step 6
Transfer the special sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 7
Serve this low sodium special sauce with your favorite dishes. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (311.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 928.3 |
| Total Fat 84.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 12.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 78.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 851.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.7g | |
| Protein 0.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 14.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 0.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 84.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories