Mom's Best Dipping Sauce for Steamed Artichoke

Elevate your next steamed artichoke experience with Mom's Best Dipping Sauce, a creamy and zesty masterpiece that’s as simple as it is delicious. This 10-minute recipe combines rich mayonnaise with a bright splash of lemon juice, a hint of Dijon mustard, and the subtle warmth of freshly grated garlic. A touch of olive oil adds a silky finish, while salt and freshly ground black pepper balance the flavors perfectly. Optional parsley adds a pop of freshness and color. Ideal for dipping tender artichoke leaves, this versatile sauce is the ultimate pairing for your favorite healthy appetizer. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, this homemade dipping sauce will take your steamed artichokes to new levels of indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 medium Garlic clove
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and finely grate the garlic clove using a microplane or finely mince it with a knife.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and grated garlic.

Step 3

Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well-blended.

Step 4

Add the salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting the seasoning to taste.

Step 5

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a creamy, slightly emulsified sauce.

Step 6

Optional: If desired, finely chop fresh parsley and stir it into the sauce for added color and freshness.

Step 7

Transfer the dipping sauce to a small serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside freshly steamed artichoke leaves for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(295.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1875.0

Total Fat 187.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 235.3mg	0%
Sodium 1255.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 0.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 10.4mg	0%
Iron 0.3mg	0%
Potassium 51.3mg	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: 89.2%

Protein: 0.1%

Carbs: 10.7%