Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce Recipe

This Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce (officially known as their Signature Sauce) is a creamy and savory recipe, which uses rich mayonnaise and tangy tomato ketchup. It’s the secret ingredient that makes the Bacon Turkey Bravo sandwich so addictive, ready in about 5 minutes.

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Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise (full-fat for best flavor)
3 tbsp ketchup
1 tsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
½ tsp dried mustard powder
¼ tsp Worcestershire sauce
¼ tsp dried dill weed
⅛ tsp garlic powder
⅛ tsp onion powder
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dash of hot sauce (optional, for depth)

How To Make Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce

Combine the base: In a small mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise and ketchup. Whisk them together until you have a smooth, pinkish-orange base.
Add the acids: Stir in the fresh lemon juice and the Worcestershire sauce. These ingredients cut through the richness of the mayo and provide the signature tang.
Season the sauce: Sprinkle in the dried mustard powder, dried dill weed, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add a pinch of salt and black pepper (and hot sauce if using).
Whisk thoroughly: Whisk everything together vigorously for about 30 seconds to ensure the spices are evenly distributed and there are no clumps of mustard powder.
Let it meld: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This resting time is crucial as it allows the dried herbs to rehydrate and the flavors to merge into one cohesive sauce.

Recipe Tips

The importance of dill: Dried dill is the subtle “secret” flavor in this sauce that distinguishes it from a standard fry sauce or Thousand Island dressing. Don’t skip it.
Mayonnaise choice: Since mayo is the primary ingredient, use a high-quality brand like Hellmann’s or Best Foods. Low-fat mayo can make the sauce watery and less rich.
Adjusting sweetness: The sweetness comes entirely from the ketchup. If you find the sauce too tart, add a pinch of sugar or honey. If it’s too sweet, add a little more lemon juice.
Make it smoother: For an ultra-smooth consistency similar to the restaurant version, you can blitz the ingredients in a small blender, but hand whisking works perfectly fine for home use.

What To Serve With Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce

While designed for the Turkey Bravo sandwich, this sauce is a versatile condiment.

Bacon Turkey Bravo Sandwich: The classic pairing with Gouda and tomato basil bread.
Burgers: A delicious alternative to standard ketchup and mustard.
French Fries: A perfect creamy dipping sauce.
Wraps: Adds moisture and flavor to chicken or veggie wraps.

How To Store Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce

Refrigerate: Store the sauce in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Stir before use: If the sauce sits for a few days, give it a quick stir before spreading it on your sandwich.
Freeze: Do not freeze this sauce, as mayonnaise separates and becomes curdled when frozen and thawed.

Panera Bread Turkey Bravo Sauce Nutrition Facts

Calories: 90kcal
Protein: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fat: 9g
Saturates: 1.5g
Sugar: 1.5g
Salt: 0.2g

Nutrition information is estimated per serving (1 tablespoon).

FAQs

Is this the same as Thousand Island dressing?

No. While they look similar, Thousand Island typically contains pickle relish and hard-boiled eggs. This signature sauce is smoother, more savory, and relies on dried mustard and dill for its flavor profile.

Can I use yellow mustard instead of powder?

Yes, if you don’t have dried mustard powder, you can substitute it with 1 teaspoon of prepared yellow mustard or Dijon mustard, though the texture may be slightly looser.

Is this sauce gluten-free?

Yes, all the ingredients generally used (mayo, ketchup, spices) are naturally gluten-free. Just double-check your Worcestershire sauce label, as some brands contain malt vinegar derived from barley.