Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup Recipe

Conquer your ketchup cravings with this heart-healthy, homemade recipe! Inspired by Barnes & Noble's healthy cookbook, this low-sodium ketchup is surprisingly easy to make in just 15 minutes. Packed with fresh flavor and significantly less sodium than store-bought brands, it's the perfect condiment for burgers, fries, or anything that needs a delicious, tangy boost. Make a batch today and taste the difference!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Calories 185.1 kcal

Protein 10g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup

1 medium onion, roughly chopped
1/2 cup water
Low Sodium Tomato Paste
Sugar
Vinegar
Cinnamon
Dry Mustard

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How to Make Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup

Roughly chop 1 medium onion and blend it with 1/2 cup of water in a blender until completely liquefied.
In a small saucepan, whisk together the onion-water mixture with 2 cups of tomato paste, 1/2 cup of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 tablespoon of molasses, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1/4 teaspoon of ground allspice, 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 teaspoon of salt (or to taste).
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
Remove from heat and let cool completely.
Once cooled, transfer the ketchup to an airtight container or squeeze bottle. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Keeps for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

128g

Fat

Carbs

13g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup?

Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup?

Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup has approximately 185.1 calories per serving, with about 10 g protein, 13 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup?

The key ingredients for Low Sodium Homemade Ketchup are Onion, Water, Low Sodium Tomato Paste, Sugar, Vinegar, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.