Lemon Herb Tartar Sauce in 5
You can't have a proper fish fry without a stellar tartar sauce, and I'm telling you friends, this Lemon Herb Tartar Sauce is the definition of stellar. My take on the classic mayo + relish base also includes a healthy dose of fresh green herbs, lemon zest, capers, Dijon mustard, and even a splash of Worcestershire sauce for good measure. It's safe to say that it will kick the notion of just opening a plain jar of processed tartar sauce right out of your mind.
This sauce comes together in 5 minutes or less and is fantastic on fried, baked, or grilled fish and other seafood - I particularly love to use it on this recipe for Crispy Oven Fried Fish. This sauce is also a great dipping option for french fries (or their Keto counterparts) and drizzled on top of roasted vegetables.
A note for special diets
This Lemon Herb Tartar Sauce is grain-free, gluten-free, low-carb, and friendly for Keto and Low-FODMAP diets.
If you are strict Paleo or following Whole30, you can swap the Worcestershire sauce for coconut aminos or omit it entirely.
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Lemon Herb Tartar Sauce
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 ½ cups 1x
- Category: Sauces & Savory Condiments
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This Lemon Herb Tartar Sauce comes together in 5 minutes or less and is fantastic on fried, baked, or grilled fish and other seafood - I particularly love to use it on this recipe for Crispy Oven Fried Fish. This sauce is also a great dipping option for french fries (or their Keto counterparts) and drizzled on top of roasted vegetables.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayo
- 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
- 2 tbsp green onion, finely minced
- 1 tbsp nonpareil capers
- 1 tbsp fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped (may sub 1 tsp dried dill)
- 1 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped (may sub 1 tsp dried dill)
- zest of 1 lemon (about 1 tbsp)
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- ¼ tsp (or one good splash) Worcestershire sauce (may sub for coconut aminos for Paleo and Whole30 diets)
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 123
- Sodium: 327 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
Keywords: tartar sauce
The sauce looks so flavorful and refreshing. I love the herbs used. I can't wait to try.
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OMG I grew up on fish sticks with tartar sauce but have never made my own tartar sauce. Your lemony version sounds delicious. Going to pin for later!
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Homemade tartare sauce can make a world of difference to any fish-based dish! I love the stuff, and it’s relatively easy to make too once you know how.
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I love a good homemade tartar sauce! I am from WI and fish fry is a tradition on Friday night. This looks like a great sauce for a homemade fish fry!
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I tend to eat even more seafood than usual during the summer, so I'm super glad I found this recipe. It adds such a nice brightness to fish, and it couldn't be easier to make. Thanks for sharing!
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I am building a big collection of 5-min recipes because they can make your life so much easier. Especially on a week day. Fabulous tartar that will go so well with my dinner this week.
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