Low Sodium Chipotle Southwest Sauce
Elevate your meals with this creamy, smoky Low Sodium Chipotle Southwest Sauce—an irresistible blend that delivers bold flavor without the extra salt. Made with a base of low-fat Greek yogurt and low-sodium mayonnaise, this healthier spin on a classic sauce is infused with the rich heat of mashed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and brightened with a splash of fresh lime juice. A perfect harmony of spices, including garlic powder, cumin, and paprika, adds depth and complexity, while a hint of dried dill offers a delightful herbal note. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce is perfect for drizzling over tacos, dipping veggies, or spreading on sandwiches. Best of all, it’s quick to prepare and can be refrigerated for up to a week, making it a go-to condiment for busy households seeking flavor-packed, low-sodium solutions!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise, low sodium
- 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, mashed
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, fresh
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Dill weed, dried
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt and low sodium mayonnaise until smooth and well-blended.
Add the mashed chipotle peppers to the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
Stir in the fresh lime juice, ensuring the mixture remains smooth.
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, paprika, black pepper, and dill weed to the bowl.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the sauce is uniform in color and texture.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the low sodium requirement.
Transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
Stir the sauce well before serving. The sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1102 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.4 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 69 mg | 23% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.3 g | ||
| Protein | 22.7 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 560 mg | 12% | |
*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.
