Vegan Tartar Sauce
I make my vegan tartar sauce recipe with creamy vegan mayo, fresh dill, and chopped dill pickles for a tangy, briny condiment that tastes just like the kind you get served in a restaurant. Of course, mine does not contain any eggs or dairy. In just 10 minutes, I can stir together a sauce that is so smooth and flavorful. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or topping.
Servings: 10
Calories: 144kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup vegan mayonnaise
- ½ lemon, juiced
- salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
- 1 tbsp chopped capers
- ¼ cup finely chopped dill pickles
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a mixing bowl, mix until well combined.
- Adjust the thickness by adding a little water until desired consistency is obtained.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Allow the sauce to sit, covered, in the fridge for at least an hour before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 6 days.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this vegan tartar sauce recipe is to let it rest! I have found that the flavor improves significantly after chilling. I always refrigerate it for at least 1 hour before serving. But if I am truly organized, I make it the night before. This gives the dill and pickle ample time to infuse the mayo base.
- Make it smoother: If you do not like the chunkier texture, you can place it in a food processor and blend it to your desired texture. My kids like their sauce smooth.
- Use fresh dill: I will always advocate for fresh dill, as it is unbeatable for this recipe. However, if you cannot find fresh dill, freeze-dried is your next best option.
- Be careful when thinning: I always add my water a trickle at a time to keep control of the thickness. A too-thin tartar sauce is harder to correct.
- Choose quality mayo: There are a lot of great vegan mayo options in the store, but I always prefer to make my own vegan mayo.
Nutrition
Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 144kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 3mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g