Tangy and sweet, this homemade BBQ sauce uses a whole orange and dates instead of refined sugar. This Whole30 barbecue sauce is a delicious compliment to grilled chicken!
Whole30 Barbecue Sauce Recipe
While this tangy and thick homemade barbecue sauce is a staple in our house, especially during summer grilling season. Unlike traditional BBQ sauce, this version is sweetened with fruit, so it is Whole30 compatible. Plus, it is dairy-free, nut-free, vegan, and paleo.
This homemade BBQ sauce is an affordable alternative to the healthier barbecue sauce options you can find at the grocery store, like Tessamae’s. Plus, it is ready in a little over an hour and can be stored in the refrigerator for well over a month!
We enjoy eating this flavorful sauce with my super simple lemon rosemary marinaded chicken.
Simple Paleo Barbecue Sauce
This BBQ sauce couldn’t be easier to make. Simply combine all ingredients in a blender, puree and cook down to make a thick and delicious sauce. Voilà!
As written, this homemade barbecue recipe makes about three cups of sauce. I like to store the BBQ sauce in two glass mason jars. One goes in the fridge (it is good for well over a month) and the other in the freezer.
Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe
Homemade Whole30 Barbecue Sauce
Tangy and sweet, this homemade BBQ sauce is a delicious addition to grilled summer meals. {Whole30, Gluten-Free}
Ingredients
- 1 28-oz can whole tomatoes*
- 1 large orange, peeled
- 1/2 cup dates, pitted
- 1/4 cup coconut aminos, low sodium soy sauce can be used, will not be Whole30 compliant
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender and puree until smooth
- Transfer pureed mixture to a medium size saucepan and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat
- Reduce heat to low and slowly simmer sauce, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, for 1 hour
- Store thickened sauce in an air tight container in refrigerator for up to one month
Notes
Recipe makes approximately 3 cups of sauce. Nutrition information is based on a 2 tablespoon serving.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 28 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 19Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 83mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 3gProtein: 0g
Nutrition information calculated by Nutritionix
Other Paleo and Whole30 Sauces
Healthy, easy to make sauces and salad dressings are a staple in my kitchen. Try these other paleo and Whole30 compatible sauce recipes:
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Diana
Tuesday 26th of January 2021
The bbq sauce was great!!!
Liz
Wednesday 15th of July 2020
How long can you store this sauce in the fridge before it goes bad?
Meredith
Thursday 16th of July 2020
Liz - the BBQ sauce is good in the fridge for about a month. It can also be frozen if you want to store it longer. I often make a double batch and then freeze cup size amounts.
Isabella
Sunday 13th of January 2019
I'm not one to make my own sauces, but I'm going to have to try this one because it looks so yummy, simple, and healthy!
Meredith
Sunday 20th of January 2019
I hope you love this homemade BBQ sauce Isabella! It definitely couldn't be easier!
Megan Stevens
Saturday 12th of January 2019
YUM! This looks amazing, and I LOVE your ingredients!! Pinning and can't wait to make!
anne lawton
Friday 11th of January 2019
I have to give this recipe a try! I love that you used dates to make this sweet.