Low Sodium Homemade Special Sauce
Transform your meals with this tangy, creamy, and flavorful *Low Sodium Homemade Special Sauce*! Perfect for anyone watching their sodium intake, this versatile condiment combines low-sodium mayonnaise with Dijon mustard, a hint of honey, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and a harmonious blend of garlic powder, onion powder, sweet paprika, smoked paprika, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. With just 10 minutes of prep, this delicious sauce is ready to elevate burgers, sandwiches, salads, and more—all while being heart-healthy and packed with bold flavors. Refrigerating the sauce allows the ingredients to meld for a rich, complex taste that's worth the wait. Whip up a batch and enjoy a guilt-free, sodium-conscious indulgence that pairs well with any meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-sodium mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-sodium mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Stir together until smooth.
Add the honey and apple cider vinegar to the mixture and continue stirring until fully incorporated.
Incorporate the garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, sweet paprika, and smoked paprika into the sauce. Mix thoroughly to ensure an even distribution of spices.
Add the fresh lemon juice and give the sauce a final stir to blend all ingredients together.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary (keeping in mind the goal is to keep sodium levels low).
Transfer the special sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve this low sodium special sauce with your favorite dishes. It can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
928 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.8 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 852 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 2% | |
*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.
