Sugar Free Ketchup Recipe (great for WW) - Life is Sweeter By Design (2025)

This post may contain affiliate links. I may receive compensation if you make a purchase after clicking on my links. You can read my full Disclosure and Privacy here.

by Jamie 2 Comments

661 Shares

This Sugar Free Ketchup recipe is perfect for people on the WW program or anyone who is looking to limit their sugar intake. A homemade ketchup recipe that is packed with flavor and is SO easy to make. You won't go back to store-bought ketchup after trying this one.

Table of Contents

WHY MAKE HOMEMADE KETCHUP?

Let's face it. Ketchup is fairly inexpensive to buy. You can get huge bottles of it at the store on sale. Why make homemade ketchup?

If you are trying to avoid processed foods then you might want to make your own condiments at home. Store-bought ketchup does have sugar in it and some people need to limit their intake of sugar and high fructose corn syrup.

WHAT KIND OF SWEETENER DOES SUGAR FREE KETCHUP CONTAIN?

Ketchup needs to have a sweet component or it won't taste quite right. This sugar free ketchup recipe uses a sugar substitute that really works.

It tastes very similar to the “real” thing and won't add all the calories or sugar to the ketchup.

This is perfect for diabetics and others who need to limit their sugar-intake for health reasons. People who are watching their carb intake can use this as a low carb ketchup.

INGREDIENTS FOR HOMEMADE SUGAR FREE KETCHUP

This homemade ketchup recipe requires basic ingredients you probably always have on hand. It is so quick and easy!

  • Tomato Paste
  • Apple Cider Vinegar
  • Water
  • Soy Sauce
  • Swerve (or any low carb sweetener of choice)
  • Onion Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • Ground Clove
  • Salt

HOW TO MAKE HOMEMADE KETCHUP WITH NO SUGAR

If you have 10 minutes then you have plenty of time to whip up a batch of this no sugar ketchup. Grab those cute glass jars!!

STEP ONE: COMBINE INGREDIENTS

In a saucepan combine ALL the ingredients. I love one pan recipes!

Whisk the ingredients together until they are well combined and the tomato paste dissolves and the mixture is lump-free.

STEP TWO: SIMMER

Place the saucepan on the stove over medium heat. Allow the sauce to simmer for 5 minutes on medium heat for the spices to cook.

STEP THREE: PUT IN JAR

Once the ketchup is done simmering, allow it to cool completely.

Place the sugar free ketchup into clean glass jars. This makes about 3 cups. You can put it all in one big jar or use a few smaller jars.

Keep the ketchup refrigerated.

ADD SOME HEAT

If you like a spicy condiment for your fries and burgers no worries.

Add about 1/2 teaspoon (or more) of cayenne pepper to the mixture and you will add the perfect amount of heat to this homemade condiment.

WEIGHT WATCHERS KETCHUP POINTS

If you are on the Weight Watchers program you may want to start making a batch of ketchup.

On the current WeightWatchers Program (2023) it is ZERO points per serving. Serving size is 1 tablespoon.

SUGAR FREE KETCHUP RECIPE CARD

You can print off the complete ingredients and instructions for this sugar free ketchup recipe via the recipe card below.

0 from 0 votes

Sugar Free Ketchup Recipe (great for WW) - Life is Sweeter By Design (7)

Print

Sugar Free Ketchup Recipe

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

10 mins

This sugar free ketchup recipe is much better than store bought and is perfect for WW or anyone trying to limit their sugar intake.

Course:Condiment

Cuisine:American

Keyword:condiment, ketchup, tomato paste, Weight Watchers

Servings: 48 people

Calories: 14 kcal

Author: Jamie

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan combine all the ingredients.

  2. Whisk it well till the tomato paste dissolves and the mixture is lump free.

  3. Simmer for 5 minutes on medium heat for the spices to cook.

  4. Let it cool completely before storing it into clean glass jars.

  5. Keep jars refrigerated.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

This makes about 3 cups. The serving size is 1 tablespoon.

If you are on Weight Watchers it is 1 point per serving for blue, green, and purple plans.

On the current WeightWatchers Program (2023) it is ZERO points per serving.

Nutrition Facts

Sugar Free Ketchup Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 14Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Fat 1g2%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Trans Fat 1g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 1g

Sodium 182mg8%

Potassium 150mg4%

Carbohydrates 5g2%

Fiber 1g4%

Sugar 2g2%

Protein 1g2%

Vitamin A 216IU4%

Vitamin C 3mg4%

Calcium 6mg1%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. We are not nutritionist and this data was calculated via WP Recipe Maker to the best of our ability. Always check nutrition values yourself based on the ingredients you use.

If you loved this recipe be sure to check out these recipes that are perfect for pairing with KETCHUP:

  • Easy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Hamburgers in the Air Fryer
  • Broccoli Cheese Tots
  • Pigs in Blankets

Be sure to PIN this for later and SHARE on Facebook!

  • Author
  • Recent Posts

Follow Me

Jamie

Hi, I'm Jamie! Welcome to Life is Sweeter by Design, where I am working on recapturing the JOY in life!You will find me blogging about family, food and fun. I love being a wife to my husband and mom to my four kids.Cooking, crafting, travel and homemaking make me smile!

Follow Me

Latest posts by Jamie (see all)

  • Air Fryer Black Beans are a Crispy Healthy Snack - March 11, 2024
  • Free Printable 100th Day of School Coloring Pages - March 4, 2024
  • Easy Crispy Air Fryer Gnocchi - February 14, 2024

Related

661 Shares

Sugar Free Ketchup Recipe (great for WW) - Life is Sweeter By Design (2025)

FAQs

Is sugar free ketchup really sugar free? ›

Regular ketchup has 4 g. of sugar, No Sugar Added Ketchup has less than 1 g. of sugar.

How long does homemade ketchup last? ›

Pack and Store Your Homemade Ketchup

Ladle your ketchup directly into sterilized jars and store in fridge or freezer. Ketchup will keep 3 weeks in the fridge or 6 months in the freezer.

Why does ketchup need sugar? ›

Maybe not as pronounced as the citric acid in tomato sauce, but you still need sugar to balance it out. It's also an emulsifier so it can change the texture of the sauce. A lot of tomato based sauces are just very sweet. If you're worried about the sugar intake eat less of it.

What is a diabetic substitute for ketchup? ›

For example, instead of ketchup, you could create a simple fresh tomato sauce flavored with fresh basil, says Politi. Politi suggests finding recipes that provide a nutrition analysis or limit added salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats.

Is it bad to not refrigerate ketchup after opening? ›

Unless you're a busy diner going through and refilling ketchup bottles every day or two, you should store your ketchup in the fridge. This is because, just like pickles, the flavor and texture declines after you open the bottle or jar and the ketchup is exposed to air.

Can I eat a ketchup expired 2 years ago? ›

Condiments like ketchup, mustard and relish have a long shelf life. If your ketchup is unopened, it can be stored in the pantry for up to a year past its best before date. Once it's been opened, store it in the fridge and consume it within six months.

What is difference between ketchup and catsup? ›

You can actually call the substance by either name, as there's no difference between ketchup and catsup. They're just two different terms for the same thing. Ketchup has been around a long time. The name probably comes from ke-chiap (sometimes written ke-tsiap), which was a pickled fish sauce popular in China.

Why avoid Heinz tomato ketchup? ›

It contains high quantities of sugar, salt, fructose, preservatives and corn syrup. All of these ingredients when combined together have an adverse effect on the body.

Does no sugar ketchup taste different? ›

Product tastes like Heinz but is sweetened with Stevia. I prefer alternate brands where the sweetness comes from adding other vegetables. If you were served this at a restaurant you likely wouldn't notice thr difference.

How many WW points are in ketchup? ›

Regular Heinz Tomato Ketchup

United States: Per 1 tablespoon: 4 g carbs / 20 calories / 160 mg sodium. Weight Watchers Points Plus: 2 per 1/4 cup (60 ml); 3 per 1/2 cup (125 ml.)

Can I eat ketchup on a no sugar diet? ›

Foods to avoid

Condiments with added sugar: ketchup, BBQ sauce, honey mustard, coffee creamer. Sweetened dairy products: flavored yogurt, ice cream, chocolate milk.

Can I have Heinz sugar free ketchup on keto? ›

So can you have ketchup on Keto? Yes, but you have to select an option that has no added sugar and the nutritional value is naturally low in carbs. Heinz Tomato Sugar-Free Ketchup is a great option.

Does sugar free ketchup have aspartame? ›

Does sugar free ketchup have artificial ingredients? Homemade ketchup has nothing artificial in them. However, store bought sugarless ketchup does. They contain aspartame and sucralose.

How many carbs are in zero sugar ketchup? ›

Heinz No Sugar Added Tomato Ketchup (1 tbsp) contains 1g total carbs, 1g net carbs, 0g fat, 0g protein, and 10 calories.

References

Top Articles
Latest Posts
Recommended Articles
Article information

Author: Zonia Mosciski DO

Last Updated:

Views: 5911

Rating: 4 / 5 (71 voted)

Reviews: 86% of readers found this page helpful

Author information

Name: Zonia Mosciski DO

Birthday: 1996-05-16

Address: Suite 228 919 Deana Ford, Lake Meridithberg, NE 60017-4257

Phone: +2613987384138

Job: Chief Retail Officer

Hobby: Tai chi, Dowsing, Poi, Letterboxing, Watching movies, Video gaming, Singing

Introduction: My name is Zonia Mosciski DO, I am a enchanting, joyous, lovely, successful, hilarious, tender, outstanding person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.