Low Carb Southwest Chipotle Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Low Carb Southwest Chipotle Sauce, a creamy, smoky, and zesty condiment perfect for keto-friendly and low-carb dishes. Made with sugar-free mayonnaise, full-fat sour cream, and the bold kick of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, this sauce is packed with flavor and takes just 10 minutes to prepare. The addition of smoked paprika, ground cumin, and fresh lime juice enhances its Southwest-inspired essence, making it ideal for drizzling over grilled meats, low-carb tacos, or roasted vegetables. Blend it to your desired consistency and let it chill for a rich, velvety finish that ties your favorite dishes together. Whether used as a dip or a dressing, this versatile sauce is your go-to for adding a delightful smoky kick to any meal while staying within your carb goals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise (sugar-free)
- 0.5 cup Sour cream (full fat)
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
1. In a blender or food processor, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, chipotle peppers, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
2. Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and olive oil to the blender.
3. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add 1 tablespoon of water at a time to reach the desired consistency.
4. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning, if necessary, by adding more salt or lime juice for extra zest.
5. Transfer the sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve with grilled meats, low-carb tacos, roasted vegetables, salads, or as a dip for low-carb snacks. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 208.6 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2899 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 368 mg | 8% | |
*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.
