Lemon Dill Crab Cake Sauce
Elevate your crab cake experience with this bright and tangy Lemon Dill Crab Cake Sauce, a zesty condiment that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. This creamy, flavor-packed sauce combines the richness of mayonnaise with the freshness of chopped dill, the vibrant zing of lemon juice and zest, and the subtle warmth of Dijon mustard and minced garlic. A touch of honey balances the acidity, while salt and black pepper add the perfect finishing touch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile sauce is not only the ideal companion for crispy crab cakes, but also pairs beautifully with seafood, grilled vegetables, or even as a sandwich spread. Make it ahead and let the flavors meld in the refrigerator for an extra punch of taste. Perfect for seafood lovers and a must-have recipe for any coastal-inspired meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small, minced Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, fresh dill, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and honey, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste as needed.
Refrigerate the sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled alongside freshly made crab cakes for a bright and tangy pairing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1759 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.6 g | 223% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.7 g | 78% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 235 mg | 78% | |
| Sodium | 1257 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.3 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 21 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 69 mg | 1% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
