Honey Mustard Sauce is a quick, smooth, healthy, and creamy sauce recipe. This sauce is excellent in salads and a dip for many other dishes due to its balanced, acidic, and sharp taste. You will need only 6 basic ingredients, and it gets ready in 2 steps.
What ingredients are needed to make honey mustard sauce?
Ingredients needed to make honey mustard sauce are mentioned in the list below.
- ½ cup Dijon mustard
- ½ cup mayo
- ⅓ cup honey
- 1 tbsp white cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp chili flakes
2 steps to make a honey mustard sauce recipe
- Add ½ cup mustard, ½ cup mayo, ½ cup honey, 1 tbsp white cider vinegar, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1 tsp chili flakes to a small bowl.
- Whisk all the ingredients until smooth. Serve with chicken nuggets, roasted veggies, or simple salad dressing.
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FAQ’s
How to store honey mustard sauce?
Honey mustard sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. Stir before each use, as honey may separate slightly.
What type of mustard should be used for honey mustard sauce?
I use Dijon mustard to make honey mustard sauce because it tastes tangier. For classic flavor, use yellow mustard.
Can I use light mayo or Greek yogurt in honey mustard sauce?
Yes, you can also use light mayo or Greek yogurt in honey mustard sauce instead of regular mayo.

Honey Mustard Sauce - Some Easy Steps
Equipment
- Bowl
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mustard
- 1/2 cup mayo
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 tbsp white cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp chili flakes
Instructions
- Add ½ cup mustard, ½ cup mayo, ½ cup honey, 1 tbsp white cider vinegar, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1 tsp chili flakes to a small bowl.
- Whisk all the ingredients until smooth. Serve with chicken nuggets, roasted veggies, or simple salad dressing.