Mediterranean Diet Classic Remoulade Sauce
Elevate your Mediterranean-inspired dishes with this vibrant and flavorful Classic Remoulade Sauce, a healthy twist on the iconic condiment. This creamy sauce combines extra virgin olive oil mayonnaise and tangy plain Greek yogurt for a lighter, nutrient-packed base. The addition of Dijon mustard, briny capers, finely chopped cornichons, and minced shallots creates layers of sharp, savory notes, while fresh parsley and a hint of lemon juice brighten every bite. Aromatic garlic, smoky paprika, and a touch of salt and black pepper round out the seasoning, making it a versatile addition to your Mediterranean diet repertoire. Perfectly suited as a zesty dip for seafood, a fresh dressing for salads, or a unique spread for sandwiches, this 15-minute prep recipe is the ultimate way to fuse health-conscious ingredients with bold Mediterranean flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Extra virgin olive oil mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and chopped
- 2 tablespoons Cornichons, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Shallots, minced
- 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil mayonnaise and plain Greek yogurt until smoothly blended.
Stir in the Dijon mustard until well incorporated into the mayonnaise and yogurt mixture.
Add the drained and chopped capers and cornichons into the bowl, mixing them thoroughly with the base mixture.
Incorporate the minced shallots, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the sauce.
Add the finely chopped fresh parsley and mix until the parsley is evenly dispersed.
Squeeze the fresh lemon juice into the mixture, adding a refreshing brightness to the sauce.
Mix in the minced garlic, followed by the paprika, stirring to combine.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting if necessary.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the remoulade sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve as a condiment with seafood, as a dressing for salads, or a spread on sandwiches for a Mediterranean flair.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1732 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.3 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 86 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 3369 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.8 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 308 mg | 7% | |
*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.
