Whole30 Homemade Apricot Sauce
Elevate your Whole30 meal prep with this irresistible Homemade Apricot Sauce—a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy condiment that’s perfect for dipping, drizzling, or marinating. Made with nutrient-rich dried apricots and flavored with bold ingredients like fresh ginger, garlic, and coconut aminos, this versatile sauce is Paleo-friendly, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened without added sugar. Its luscious texture is achieved by blending softened apricots with vibrant notes of apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roasted veggies, or even as a salad dressing. Whether you’re on Whole30 or simply looking for healthier recipes, this apricot sauce guarantees a burst of flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Dried apricots
- 2 cups Water
- 1 tablespoon Minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Coconut aminos
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Place 2 cups of dried apricots in a medium saucepan and cover with 2 cups of water.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and let the apricots soften for about 10 minutes.
Once the apricots are soft, remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Transfer the soaked apricots and their soaking liquid to a blender.
Add 1 tablespoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of fresh peeled and grated ginger to the blender.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of coconut aminos.
Add 0.5 teaspoon of red pepper flakes and 0.5 teaspoon of salt for flavor.
Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes a smooth and consistent sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as necessary.
To serve, transfer the apricot sauce to a bowl or container and use it as a condiment or dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1639 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 109.5 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.1 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1834 mg | 39% | |
*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.
