Low Fat Classic Sour Cream Sauce
Elevate your meals with this *Low Fat Classic Sour Cream Sauce*, a healthier twist on an all-time favorite! This quick and easy recipe combines creamy low-fat sour cream with zesty lemon juice, tangy Dijon mustard, and aromatic fresh dill for a burst of flavor that pairs beautifully with seafood, roasted vegetables, or crisp salads. A hint of garlic and onion powder, along with perfectly balanced salt and pepper, brings everything together in a silky, smooth sauce that’s ready in just 10 minutes. Ideal for dipping, drizzling, or spreading, this light yet indulgent sauce is a guilt-free addition to any dish. Ready to enjoy after a quick chill, it’s a versatile condiment that’s perfect for fresh, health-conscious cooking.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat sour cream
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the low-fat sour cream.
Stir in the lemon juice and Dijon mustard until well combined.
Add the finely chopped fresh dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Mix everything together until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, stir the sauce and adjust the consistency with a little water or more lemon juice if it is too thick.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a drizzling sauce or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
280 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.9 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 64 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 836 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.3 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 397 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 628 mg | 13% | |
*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.
