Heart-Healthy Sauce Moutarde

Elevate your meals with this luscious Heart-Healthy Sauce Moutarde, a light yet flavorful twist on the classic French mustard sauce. Made with zesty Dijon mustard, fragrant fresh thyme, and the tang of lemon juice and white wine vinegar, this sauce is a guilt-free indulgence. A base of low-sodium vegetable broth and heart-friendly extra-virgin olive oil ensures that it’s as healthy as it is delicious. Gently sautéed garlic and shallots lend a rich, aromatic depth, while a touch of honey balances the acidity with a hint of natural sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this velvety, aromatic sauce pairs beautifully with grilled fish, roasted chicken, or even as a bold salad dressing. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this versatile and easy-to-make sauce transforms any dish into a gourmet delight.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons White wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1 large Garlic clove
• 1 small Shallot
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

Mince the garlic and shallot finely and set them aside.

Step 2

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, add the extra-virgin olive oil. Once warmed, add the minced garlic and shallot.

Step 3

Sauté the garlic and shallot gently until they become translucent, which should take about 2-3 minutes. Avoid browning them.

Step 4

Stir in the Dijon mustard and white wine vinegar, and cook for another minute to combine and release flavors.

Step 5

Pour in the low-sodium vegetable broth and use a whisk to mix thoroughly, ensuring the mustard combines smoothly with the broth.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon juice, honey, fresh thyme, black pepper, and salt. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to simmer lightly for 1-2 minutes, just until all flavors meld together. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.

Step 9

Serve drizzled over grilled fish, chicken, or use as a zesty salad dressing. Enjoy a heart-healthy addition to any meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	289.1 grams (289.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	492

Total Fat 46.60g	60%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1062mg	46%
Total Carbohydrate 17.30g	6%
Dietary Fiber 1.60g	6%
Total Sugars 9.80g
Protein 1.30g	3%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 37mg	3%
Iron 1mg	5%
Potassium 266mg	6%

*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: 84.9%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 14.0%