Heart-Healthy Sauce au Poivre

Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Sauce au Poivre, a light yet luxurious take on the classic French pepper sauce. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like low-sodium vegetable broth, creamy low-fat Greek yogurt, and fragrant fresh thyme, this guilt-free recipe delivers bold, peppery flavor without heavy cream or butter. Coarsely crushed black peppercorns provide a signature kick, while whole-grain Dijon mustard and a splash of lemon juice add depth and brightness. Perfectly balanced and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, this sauce beautifully complements grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or your favorite lean protein. Whether you're cooking for heart health or simply seeking a flavorful, nutrient-rich finish to your dish, this sauce is a game-changer for any healthy kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 shallots, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, coarsely crushed
• 1 tablespoon whole-grain Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon ground white pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon salt

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped shallots and sauté until they become translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the coarsely crushed black peppercorns and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 5

Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to medium, allowing the sauce to reduce by half, about 7-10 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the whole-grain Dijon mustard, mixing well to combine.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly.

Step 8

Once cooled, gently whisk in the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, ensuring the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh thyme leaves, lemon juice, ground white pepper, and salt, blending thoroughly.

Step 10

Serve the sauce warm over grilled chicken, vegetables, or your choice of protein for a flavorful and heart-healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	433.4 grams (433.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	298

Total Fat 17.60g	23%
Saturated Fat 3.90g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 946mg	41%
Total Carbohydrate 23.50g	9%
Dietary Fiber 5.60g	20%
Total Sugars 7.50g
Protein 15.00g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 252mg	19%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 608mg	13%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.7%

Protein: 19.2%

Carbs: 30.1%