Summertime Lime Marinade Barbecue Sauce

Get ready to elevate your backyard grilling game with the zesty and flavorful Summertime Lime Marinade Barbecue Sauce! This homemade barbecue sauce combines tangy lime zest and fresh lime juice with the sweet richness of honey and brown sugar, creating a perfect balance of bright citrus and smoky sweetness. Infused with ketchup, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder, this sauce boasts layers of complexity that pair beautifully with grilled chicken, pork, or vegetables. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this marinade doubles as a glaze, delivering bold summer-inspired flavors and a mouthwatering caramelized finish. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or meal prepping for the week, this versatile sauce is a must-have for any summer recipe collection.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons lime zest
• 0.25 cups lime juice
• 0.25 cups honey
• 0.5 cups ketchup
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1.5 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons onion powder
• 1 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cups water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, zest 2 teaspoons of lime and squeeze fresh lime juice to measure 1/4 cup. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the ketchup, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until smooth.

Step 3

Add the lime zest and juice, along with the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Pour in 1/4 cup water to adjust the consistency, stirring well.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally, and cook for 12 to 15 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.

Step 7

Use immediately as a marinade for grilled chicken, pork, or veggies, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(263.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	379.9

Total Fat 0.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 504.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.4g	0%
Total Sugars 88.8g
Protein 0.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 46.9mg	0%
Iron 0.9mg	0%
Potassium 164.2mg	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: 0.6%

Protein: 0.9%

Carbs: 98.5%