How can you fix an oversalted soup or sauce, and what is the easiest way to

If your soup or sauce is too salty, you can dilute it by adding water or unsalted broth in small increments^[1][5]. Adding a splash of dairy, such as heavy cream or sour cream, can also help by coating your tongue to mask the saltiness^[1][5]. Alternatively, adding a bit of acid like lemon juice or vinegar can distract your taste buds from the salt^[1][5].

To avoid this in the future, measure your salt on the side rather than directly over the pot^[5]. Most importantly, taste your food throughout the cooking process and season in small stages instead of all at once^[1][5].