Description
Looking for a quick, flavorful condiment that transforms any seafood dish? This Creamy Homemade Tartar Sauce is exactly what you need. Made with mayonnaise, fresh dill, pickles, and a splash of lemon, it’s rich, tangy, and loaded with flavor. Whether you’re planning easy dinner ideas, hunting for quick dips for fried foods, or just want a healthy snack option to elevate veggies, this easy recipe is your go-to. It’s perfect for lunch boxes, seafood nights, and everything in between!
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped dill pickles
1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped capers (optional)
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. Finely chop the dill pickles, dill, and parsley. Chop capers if using.
2. In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup mayonnaise.
3. Stir in the chopped pickles, dill, parsley, mustard, and capers.
4. Add lemon juice for brightness and mix thoroughly.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh herbs for the best flavor and vibrant color.
Letting it chill enhances the flavor dramatically.
For a lighter version, replace half the mayo with Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce/Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tbsp
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 5