Family Friendly Ww Barbecue Sauce
Elevate your grilling game with this Family Friendly WW Barbecue Sauce—a perfect combination of bold flavor and guilt-free indulgence! This quick and easy homemade BBQ sauce is a healthier option, made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened tomato sauce, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and apple cider vinegar for tangy depth. Spiced with smoky paprika, garlic, and onion powders, plus an optional hint of liquid smoke, this sauce delivers a classic barbecue flavor without the extra sugar or preservatives found in store-bought options. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate versatile condiment to slather on grilled meats, drizzle over burgers, or use as a dipping sauce for roasted veggies. Ideal for meal preps and family dinners, this crowd-pleaser will become your go-to barbecue companion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Tomato sauce (unsweetened)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Liquid smoke (optional for extra flavor)
- 0.25 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well to create a smooth base.
Add the honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, black pepper, salt, and liquid smoke (if using). Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Add the water to thin out the sauce slightly and stir again.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.
Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce cook for about 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld.
Taste and adjust seasonings (add a pinch more salt or honey if needed).
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before using.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
287 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1655 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 69.2 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 113 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1467 mg | 31% | |
*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.
