A cool and creamy dill sauce like this one adds bright flavor to any savory dish. It comes together in just minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
This recipe is a staple in my kitchen when summer hits. It's especially good on salmon patties or as a dip for fresh garden veggies. You might also enjoy my keto fried fish sticks and homemade tartar sauce if you love condiments with bold flavor.
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Why You'll Love Dill Sauce
It's quick and easy: just mix and chill. No cooking required.
Versatile flavor: great as a dip, spread, or sauce for fish, chicken, and veggies.
Fresh and light: the Greek yogurt and lemon keep it bright and not too heavy.
Key Ingredients
- Mayonnaise: adds a rich and creamy base with just enough tang.
- Greek yogurt: lightens up the sauce while adding a slight tang and boost of protein.
- Fresh dill: the star flavor, fragrant and herbal with a hint of anise.
- Garlic: adds a sharp bite and depth to the sauce.
- Lemon juice & zest: brightens and balances the richness.
- Smoked paprika: gives it a mild smoky flavor that rounds everything out.
Ingredient Substitutions
Sub sour cream in place of Greek yogurt for a slightly different tang.
Use 2 teaspoons of dried dill if fresh isn't available.
Regular paprika can be used in place of smoked paprika.
Variations
- Add chopped garlic dill pickles or capers for a briny twist.
- Stir in diced cucumber for a tzatziki style sauce.
- Mix in a bit of Dijon mustard for extra zip.
Top Tips
- Use fresh dill for the best flavor. Mince it finely so it blends well.
- Let it chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust the lemon juice and seasoning before serving.
Storage
- Store sauce in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Stir before using.
Serve With...
Spoon this dill sauce over beer batter fish, canned salmon patties or oven baked haddock. It also makes a delicious dipping sauce for french fries or cashew breaded zucchini chips.
More Sauce Recipes to Try
If you love this dill sauce, try some of my other sauce recipes:
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📖 Recipe
Creamy Dill Sauce
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Garlic press , or microplane
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Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoon fresh dill minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tablespoon lemon juice
- 1½ teaspoon lemon zest
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- Add the mayonnaise, greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, and smoked paprika to a large glass measuring cup. Stir to combine well. Refrigerate until using.
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Notes
💭 Top Tips
- To make the sauce thicker, use just 1 teaspoon of lemon juice.
- If you're looking for a runnier dill sauce, you can thin it out with a tablespoon of milk.
- Substitute sour cream for the Greek yogurt.
- Use 2 teaspoons of dried dill weed in place of the fresh dill.
- If smoky flavors aren't your thing, it is ok to leave out the smoked paprika.
- Make it lower fat and use reduced fat mayonnaise instead of regular mayonnaise.
- Use greek yogurt in place of the mayonnaise.
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