Description
Bright, creamy, and full of flavor—this Homemade Tartar Sauce is a must-have condiment that’s miles ahead of the store-bought versions. Whether you’re dipping crispy fish, spooning over crab cakes, or jazzing up roasted veggies, this zesty, herb-packed sauce adds just the right amount of tang and richness. Perfect for quick lunches, easy dinner upgrades, or as a fresh dip on the side. If you’re after a quick condiment, a creamy dip, or just easy sauce ideas, this is one to keep in your kitchen rotation.
Ingredients
1 cup mayonnaise
3 tablespoons finely chopped dill pickles
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers, chopped
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Finely chop dill pickles, fresh dill, and capers.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth.
3. Stir in the chopped pickles, dill, and capers until evenly incorporated.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use fresh dill for maximum flavor—dried won’t have the same impact.
Letting it chill is key! It melds the flavors beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: homemade tartar sauce, easy sauce recipe, creamy dip, seafood sauce, quick condiment