Easy and Light Horseradish Sauce
Elevate your dishes with this Easy and Light Horseradish Sauce—an effortless, creamy condiment that blends just the right amount of tangy and zesty flavors. Made with a base of sour cream and prepared horseradish, this quick recipe comes together in just 5 minutes, needing only a handful of pantry staples like mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh lemon juice. A touch of salt and ground black pepper balances the bold flavor, while optional fresh chives add a pop of color and freshness. Perfect as a versatile dip, a flavorful topping for roasted meats, or an accompaniment to seafood, this homemade horseradish sauce is a lighter alternative to heavy dressings. Store it in the fridge to let the flavors meld for even more deliciousness with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Prepared horseradish
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Chopped fresh chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream, prepared horseradish, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
Stir the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.
Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper to taste, stirring to distribute the seasoning evenly.
If desired, garnish with freshly chopped chives for added freshness and color.
Transfer the horseradish sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Serve as a condiment with your favorite dishes, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.9 g | 94% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 1051 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 160 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 28 mg | 1% | |
*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.
