Red Wine Substitute Non Alcoholic Substitute
Elevate your cooking with this deliciously balanced Red Wine Substitute Non-Alcoholic Substitute, the perfect option for those avoiding alcohol while maintaining bold, complex flavors in their dishes. This homemade blend combines the richness of red grape juice with tangy apple cider vinegar, unsweetened cranberry juice, and a hint of zesty lemon juice to mimic the acidity and depth of red wine. A dash of soy sauce adds a subtle umami undertone, while water ensures a smooth, versatile consistency. Ready in just five minutes with no cooking required, this alcohol-free red wine substitute is ideal for soups, stews, marinades, and sauces. Whisk it up fresh or store it in the fridge for later use—your culinary creations will never miss a drop!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Red grape juice
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
In a medium bowl or liquid measuring cup, combine the red grape juice, apple cider vinegar, unsweetened cranberry juice, lemon juice, soy sauce, and water.
Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust as needed: add more cranberry juice for tartness or a splash more soy sauce for depth of flavor.
Use immediately as a 1:1 substitute for red wine in your favorite recipes or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
172 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 217 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.8 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 322 mg | 7% | |
*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.
