Keto Classic Sour Cream Sauce
Elevate your keto meals with this velvety Keto Classic Sour Cream Sauce, a flavorful yet low-carb twist on a beloved classic. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 15 minutes, combines rich sour cream and heavy cream with the subtle warmth of garlic and onion powder, enhanced by a hint of fresh lemon juice for brightness. Finished with a touch of fresh parsley, it's the perfect creamy companion for grilled meats, roasted veggies, or cauliflower mash. With minimal prep and only 3g net carbs per serving, this sauce is a must-have staple for keto enthusiasts seeking indulgent flavor without breaking their macros.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Sour Cream
- 0.5 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped Fresh Parsley
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until just melted, ensuring it does not brown.
Turn the heat to low and add the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine with the melted butter.
Gradually add the sour cream, continuing to stir until well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder and onion powder, and stir to evenly distribute the spices throughout the sauce.
Add the salt and black pepper to taste, based on your preference. Stir well to season the sauce.
Carefully drizzle in the lemon juice, stirring continuously, and cook for 2-3 more minutes until the sauce is slightly thickened.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and a touch of freshness.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or directly onto prepared dishes while hot. Serve immediately with your favorite keto-friendly foods.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.3 g | 35% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.3 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 74 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 171 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 14 mg | 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.
