Lemony Tartar Sauce

Nutriscore Rating: 32/100

Brighten up your seafood dishes with this irresistibly tangy and fresh Lemony Tartar Sauce! Bursting with the zesty flavors of lemon juice and lemon zest, this homemade condiment gets an herbaceous lift from fresh dill and a salty, briny kick from finely chopped capers and dill pickles. Creamy mayonnaise forms the base, while minced shallot and Dijon mustard add a subtle depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for pairing with crispy fish fillets, shrimp, or even as a dipping sauce for fries. Be sure to let it chill for a bit to let the bold, bright flavors meld together perfectly!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dill pickles, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Capers, drained and chopped
• 1 small Shallot, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the mayonnaise, finely chopped dill pickles, and chopped fresh dill.

2. Stir in the capers and minced shallot until well-mixed.

3. Add the lemon zest and fresh lemon juice to the mixture, stirring to distribute the citrus flavor evenly.

4. Mix in the Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste if needed.

5. Transfer the tartar sauce to a serving bowl or an airtight container.

6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

7. Serve with your favorite seafood dishes or as a dipping sauce for fries and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (40.2g)

Calories		210
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		22.8 g	29%
	Saturated Fat	3.5 g	17%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		11 mg	4%
Sodium		330 mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate		1.0 g	0%
	Dietary Fiber	0.2 g	1%
	Total Sugars	0.2 g
Protein		0.3 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		5 mg	0%
Iron		0.1 mg	1%
Potassium		23 mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1638 cal (97.6%%)

Protein: 10 cal (0.6%%)

Carbs: 30 cal (1.8%%)