No flavor brings the life out of a dish quite like honey mustard. You can add it to just about any meal to give it the perfect combination of sweet and spicy flavors. It’s also one of the most versatile ingredients in the kitchen, as evidenced by its use as a marinade, dipping sauce or the main focus of a meal. Here are eight great ways to incorporate it into your next family dinner.
1. Dipping Sauce
Our Honey Mustard Dipping Sauce is the perfect addition to snacks like pretzel sticks, chicken tenders, french fries and more. Did we mention it’s easy to make? Simply whisk 5 ingredients together and serve.
2.Chicken Fingers
These aren’t your run-of-the-mill chicken tenders. These chicken fingers from Damn Delicious are coated in pecans and panko crumbs for a crunch like no other. Kids love them and so will you.
3.Salmon With Green Beans
Weeknights can get hectic, which is why you sometimes need a dish that doesn’t require too much preparation or cleanup. Our One-Pan Honey Mustard Salmon With Green Beans recipe takes only 45 minutes to make and tastes great!
4.Brussel Sprout Slaw
Don’t let the Brussel sprouts fool you. Our Honey Mustard Brussel Sprout Slaw is just as flavorful and crunchy as the coleslaw you’re used to, but a unique and different spin on the classic side dish. It pairs perfectly with our Sue Bee® Honey Mustard Cheeseburgers.
5.Cheeseburgers
Sure, you could throw some plain, tasteless burgers on the grill – OR you could become a grilling hero by whipping up our mouth-watering Honey Mustard Cheeseburgers for the whole family to enjoy. Top the beef with more honey mustard and your favorite burger toppings for an even more flavorsome meal.
6.Salad Dressing
A great dressing can turn a bland salad into one that’s full of flavor! And our homemade Honey Mustard Salad Dressing is sweeter and more flavorful than anything you can buy at the grocery store.
7.Chicken Kabobs
Oh the enticing smell of shish kebabs in summer. Try this unique twist on kebabs from Averie Cooks for your next barbecue. The chicken is coated with sweet honey mustard and is paired with fresh bell peppers and yellow onions.
8.Bacon Potato Salad
You can never go wrong with bacon. Add this Bacon Honey Mustard Potato Salad from Small Town Woman to your family dinner lineup for a tasty side dish that everyone will love.
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FAQs
Root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes go especially well with the mustard, but regular potatoes and Brussels sprouts are also lovely. Add a generous spoonful when you toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.
What food goes best with honey mustard? ›
Root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes go especially well with the mustard, but regular potatoes and Brussels sprouts are also lovely. Add a generous spoonful when you toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting.
Is there a difference between honey mustard and honey mustard dressing? ›
The key distinction is that honey mustard, when used as a sauce or spread, typically has a mayonnaise base, while honey mustard dressing for salads is made with an oil base. The end result is a much thicker sauce for coating food or spreading on bread and a thinner dressing that is ideal for pouring.
When did honey mustard become a thing? ›
The first mention of honey mustard dates back to 1720, when French chef Vincent La Chapelle wrote about a “mustard with honey” in his book The Modern Cook. In 1845, German-American cookbook author Louis Eustache Ude published a recipe for “honey-mustard sauce” in his book The French Cook.
Is honey mustard made of honey and mustard? ›
Its smooth, lightly creamy texture comes from emulsified olive oil, honey, and Dijon mustard, not mayo or Greek yogurt. You only need 5 ingredients to make it, and you can whisk it together in a snap. In the last few months, it's become one of my favorite dressings, and I think you're going to love it too!
Is honey mustard good for your heart? ›
Similarly, many honey mustards are also loaded with sugar or, more specifically, added sugars. Essentially public enemy number one in the world of nutrition, too much of the sweet stuff can boost your risk of illnesses like heart disease and diabetes.
Is honey mustard good for acid reflux? ›
Mustards tend to have a kick, which can be problematic for heartburn sufferers. Go for sweeter mustard, such as honey mustard, instead. Another spread, an unusual option but a flavorful one, is a creamy low-fat dressing. Substituting this for the fatter spreads is a good way of incorporating flavor into your sandwich.
Is honey mustard healthier than mayo? ›
On the other hand, since mustard is much lower in calories and fat, it can be a great alternative to mayonnaise. While it wouldn't be the ideal ingredient for a cake, you could use it to create your own salad dressing, spread it on a sandwich or serve it with your steak.
Which is healthier ketchup or honey mustard? ›
Mustard is the clear winner here, known to bring relief for a myriad of ailments including joint pain, skin problems and even poor respiratory health. It also clocks in at just 5 calories per serving (give or take), while ketchup, containing sugar and roughly 20 calories per serving, boasts very few health benefits.
Is Chick Fil A sauce honey mustard? ›
That's right, according to the Chick-Fil-A website, back in 1980 in a small town in Virginia, a employee accidentally mixed barbecue sauce and honey mustard. From there, the owner and operator Hugh Fleming created then world class recipe of Chick-Fil-A sauce as we know it today.
It combats honey (which is excessively sweet) with mustard (which is excessively sour/bitter) to create the PERFECT blend of flavors by getting the best of both worlds.
Which is older ketchup or mustard? ›
I also learned a little bit about the history of these favorite condiments. Mustard's journey starts long before ketchup. “Modern mustard first emerged in Europe in the sixth century B.C.E.
When did Mcdonald's introduce honey mustard sauce? ›
In 2011, five new dipping sauces were introduced and added to the line-up: sweet chili, honey mustard, spicy buffalo, and creamy ranch.
Is honey mustard high in sugar? ›
Plain old Ken's Honey Mustard clocks in at 130 calories, 6g sugar, and 150 mg sodium. You'll also get three types of sugar (including high fructose corn syrup), artificial color, and preservatives.
Why am I allergic to honey mustard? ›
In a Mustard allergy, the body misidentifies some of the proteins in Mustard as harmful, and because these proteins are heat-resistant, it does not matter whether the mustard has been cooked or processed, the reaction will still occur.
Is there egg yolk in honey mustard? ›
Ingredients. Soybean Oil, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Spicy Brown Mustard (Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Salt, Turmeric, Spices), Honey, Distilled Vinegar, Egg Yolk, Contains Less Than 2% Of Salt, Water, Propylene Glycol Alginate, Mustard Flour, Calcium Disodium Edta (To Protect Flavor). Contains Egg.
What meat goes well with mustard? ›
Mustard is also a great addition to steak. A drizzle of French's® Bold & Spicy Deli Mustard simmered with some vinegar and brown sugar will make your steak sing when you put it on the plate. Check out this Steak with Balsamic Mustard Sauce to see how it's done.
What cheese goes well with honey mustard? ›
Using Honey Mustard On A Cheese Board
Cheddar, especially an extra sharp variety, is a good option because its sharpness will be tamed when experienced alongside the sweet mustard. Buttery and creamy cheeses like Brie, Camembert, and Gruyère are also good choices.
Does honey mustard taste good with fries? ›
I am also a huge fan of dips when it comes to french fries and there are so many other dip option besides ketchup that pair perfectly with fries. This recipe for crispy oven fries with honey mustard dipping sauce is going to be your new favorite combo!
