Nutrition Facts for Heart-healthy homemade tartar sauce

Heart-Healthy Homemade Tartar Sauce

Elevate your seafood dishes with this Heart-Healthy Homemade Tartar Sauce, a creamy and flavorful alternative to store-bought options that’s lighter on calories but big on taste! Made with a perfect blend of non-fat Greek yogurt and olive oil mayonnaise, this guilt-free condiment is packed with tangy dill pickles, briny capers, fresh lemon juice, and aromatic herbs like dill and parsley. A touch of Dijon mustard and subtle hints of garlic and onion powder bring a depth of flavor that complements everything from crispy fish fillets to tender crab cakes. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make tartar sauce is a fresh, wholesome pantry staple that’s as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for those seeking a heart-healthy twist on a classic favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:10 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 0.5 cup olive oil mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained and finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the non-fat Greek yogurt and olive oil mayonnaise. Stir until well blended and smooth.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped dill pickles and capers to the yogurt-mayonnaise mixture. Mix until they are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Stir in the fresh lemon juice and Dijon mustard, ensuring all of the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 4

Add in the fresh dill and parsley, along with the garlic powder and onion powder. Mix thoroughly.

Step 5

Season the tartar sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste as necessary.

Step 6

Transfer the tartar sauce to a covered container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

Step 7

Serve as a dipping sauce or condiment for fish, crab cakes, or any seafood dish of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (346.8g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 894.8
Total Fat 88.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 11.8g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 42.8mg 0%
Sodium 2443.2mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 10.6g 0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g 0%
Total Sugars 5.5g
Protein 13.4g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 154.1mg 0%
Iron 1.2mg 0%
Potassium 346.8mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 89.2%
Protein: 6.0%
Carbs: 4.8%