Keto Honey Mustard Dressing/Dip

One of the first things you learn when trying to cut back on carbs is all the sneaky names on ingredient lists that are essentially just sugar. Common culprits include sucrose, corn syrup, molasses, fructose, and yes, unfortunately, honey. Naturally that would rule out dressings and sauces sweetened with honey, like honey mustard. Thankfully, with a handful of ingredients and a few minutes, it’s pretty easy to make your own keto honey mustard sauce instead!

Other than mayo (for a creamy base), the main ingredients here are obviously mustard and a sugar free honey substitute. The flavor won’t be exactly the same as when using real honey, but neither will the carb count! That makes this homemade keto honey mustard a good option for a dip, sauce, or salad dressing.

What Is Sugar Free Honey?

Of course, natural honey is mostly sugar. Keto-friendly versions will consist mainly of water, honey flavor, and a low carb sweetener. Make sure to choose imitation honey sweetened with keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, erythritol, or xylitol. Avoid options using maltiltol, which has a high glycemic index and can cause stomach upset. Some options:

• Nature’s Hollow Sugar Free Honey. Available from Nature’s Hollow, Netrition or Amazon. Sweetened with xylitol, 1g net carb per tablespoon.
• Pyure Harmless Hunny. Available from Pyure, Amazon, or in stores. Sweetened with stevia (fiber base), 4g net carbs per tablespoon.

Can’t I Just Buy Sugar Free Honey Mustard?

Sure you can! Thankfully, a lot of brands have started offering versions of this classic sauce that are lower in carbs and sugar. Here are some common options:

• G. Hughes Sugar Free Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce. Available on Amazon or in stores. 0.5g net carbs per tablespoon.
• Primal Kitchen Honey Mustard Vinaigrette. Available from Primal Kitchen (save with code TRYKETO), Amazon, or in stores. 1.5g net carbs per tablespoon.