Lemon Dill Sauce

Lemon Dill Sauce

A tangy, herb-flecked sauce that comes together in minutes for fish or vegetables.

Total 30 min Makes 16 oz Calories 110/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy

This creamy sauce balances bright lemon juice with fresh dill and a mellow garlic note, finished with a touch of Dijon for depth. It pairs well with salmon, roasted vegetables, or grilled chicken, and comes together with just a whisk and a bowl. Make it ahead and chill to let the flavors meld before serving.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon water, as needed to thin

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

  2. Add the chopped dill, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, and whisk until fully combined.

  3. Whisk in water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a drizzle-friendly consistency.

  4. Cover and chill the sauce for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

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Lemon Dill Sauce

This creamy sauce balances bright lemon juice with fresh dill and a mellow garlic note, finished with a touch of Dijon for depth. It pairs well with salmon, roasted vegetables, or grilled chicken, and comes together with just a whisk and a bowl. Make it ahead and chill to let the flavors meld before serving.

30 min 16 oz 110 cal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 3 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon water, as needed to thin

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add the chopped dill, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, and whisk until fully combined.

  3. 3

    Whisk in water, 1 teaspoon at a time, until the sauce reaches a drizzle-friendly consistency.

  4. 4

    Cover and chill the sauce for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.