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Lemon-Dill Tartar Sauce

Bright, tangy tartar sauce with red onion, fresh dill, and a splash of pickle brine. Makes about 1.5 cups.

YieldAbout 1.5 cups (8 servings)
Prep5 mins
Total35 mins (incl. 30 min chill)
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Lemon-Dill Tartar Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • ⅓ cup dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons red onion, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon pickle brine
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Method

  1. In a bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, chopped pickles, red onion, and fresh dill.
  2. Add the pickle brine, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
  3. Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes so the flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt or lemon before serving.

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