Low Sodium Homemade BBQ Ranch Sauce
Indulge in the bold, smoky flavors of this Low Sodium Homemade BBQ Ranch Sauce, a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Made with creamy plain Greek yogurt, tangy apple cider vinegar, and a hint of natural sweetness from honey, this versatile sauce is both heart-friendly and full of flavor. Smoky paprika, garlic powder, and dried herbs like dill, parsley, and chives create a robust seasoning profile, while low-sodium tomato paste provides the barbecue-inspired kick without the excess salt. Perfect as a dipping sauce, salad dressing, or a zesty topping for grilled dishes, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and is easy to customize to your preferred consistency. With its vibrant taste and low sodium content, it's the ultimate guilt-free condiment for all your meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of low-sodium tomato paste and mix until the yogurt is smooth and uniformly colored.
Add 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and 1 tablespoon of honey to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika. Stir to incorporate thoroughly.
Season the sauce with 0.5 teaspoons of ground black pepper, then add 1 teaspoon each of dried dill, dried parsley, and dried chives.
Pour in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
Adjust the sauce consistency by stirring in 2 tablespoons of water. You can add more or less water as needed to reach your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, taking care not to add salt to maintain the low sodium content.
Transfer the BBQ ranch sauce to a serving dish or an airtight container.
Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
313 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.3 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 105 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 827 mg | 18% | |
*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.
