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Dijon Mustard

Dijon mustard is a prepared condiment made primarily from mustard seeds, vinegar, water, and salt, often with white wine or verjuice. It is used in small amounts to add sharp, tangy flavor to dressings, sauces, and sandwiches.

Beneficial properties

low in calories flavor-enhancing contains mustard seed phytochemicals small amounts of minerals may support lower-fat seasoning choices

Nutritional highlights

Dijon mustard provides small amounts of selenium, magnesium, and phosphorus from mustard seeds, but serving sizes are typically small and sodium can be significant.

Caution. Often high in sodium; some products may trigger mustard allergy, and mustard seed can interact with blood-thinning medications in large amounts due to vitamin K content.

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