Heart-Healthy Sweet & Sour Sauce
Transform your dishes with this vibrant and heart-healthy Sweet & Sour Sauce, crafted to deliver bold flavors without compromising on nutrition. Featuring wholesome ingredients like unsweetened pineapple juice, low-sodium vegetable broth, and date syrup, this sauce harmonizes tangy and sweet notes, making it perfect for stir-fries, grilled proteins, or roasted veggies. The use of arrowroot powder ensures a silky, gluten-free texture, while fresh minced ginger and garlic add an irresistible aromatic punch. Ready in just 13 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is tailored for those seeking a low-sodium, naturally sweetened alternative to traditional sauces. Serve it fresh and store any leftovers for up to a week—because healthy eating should always be delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened pineapple juice
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tablespoons Date syrup (or maple syrup)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (unsalted)
- 2 teaspoons Arrowroot powder (or cornstarch)
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
- 1 teaspoon Fresh minced ginger
- 1 teaspoon Minced garlic
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the vegetable broth, pineapple juice, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce (or tamari), date syrup, and tomato paste. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Add the minced ginger and garlic to the sauce, stirring to incorporate. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
In a small bowl, whisk together the arrowroot powder (or cornstarch) and cold water until smooth to create a slurry.
Slowly pour the slurry into the saucepan while stirring constantly. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and taste the sauce. Adjust sweetness or acidity, if desired, by adding a small amount of date syrup or vinegar.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
257 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1032 mg | 22% | |
*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.
