Really Easy Tartar Sauce

Transform your seafood dishes with this quick and flavorful "Really Easy Tartar Sauce" recipe! Ready in just 5 minutes, this creamy homemade sauce combines pantry staples like tangy mayonnaise, zesty dill pickles, and a splash of fresh lemon juice for a perfectly balanced flavor. Optional capers and aromatic Dijon mustard add a gourmet touch, while a sprinkle of dill and garlic powder enhances its irresistibly herby notes. Ideal for dipping or pairing with crispy fish, this no-cook tartar sauce is a game-changer for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Easy to customize and even easier to make, it’s the ultimate condiment you'll return to time and time again.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dill pickles (finely chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Capers (optional, finely chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill (or fresh dill, chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, add the mayonnaise, chopped dill pickles, lemon juice, and capers if using.

Step 2

Sprinkle in the dried or fresh dill, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Stir all the ingredients together until fully combined and smooth.

Step 4

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding a pinch more salt or dill according to your preferences.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to a lidded container.

Step 6

Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, though it can be used immediately if needed.

Step 7

Serve chilled alongside your favorite fish or seafood dishes or as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	297 grams (297.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1752

Total Fat 173.70g	223%
Saturated Fat 15.70g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 235mg	78%
Sodium 1614mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 50.80g	18%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 0.80g
Protein 0.70g	1%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 23mg	2%
Iron 1mg	4%
Potassium 78mg	2%

*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: 88.4%

Protein: 0.2%

Carbs: 11.5%