Light Tartar Sauce

Elevate your seafood dishes with this Light Tartar Sauce, a healthier twist on the classic condiment that’s bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Made with creamy non-fat Greek yogurt and a touch of light mayonnaise, this guilt-free recipe is packed with finely chopped dill pickles, tangy capers, and fragrant fresh dill for a delightful texture and aroma. A dash of Dijon mustard and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice bring a tangy brightness, while a hint of salt and pepper rounds out the flavor. Perfectly simple to prepare, this tartar sauce comes together in just 10 minutes, making it an ideal companion for crispy fish, juicy crab cakes, or succulent shrimp. With its light, refreshing taste and healthier profile, this homemade tartar sauce is sure to be your go-to seafood condiment.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, non-fat or low-fat)
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (preferably light)
• 3 tablespoons Dill pickles (finely chopped)
• 1.5 tablespoons Capers (rinsed and chopped)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
• 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and mayonnaise. Stir until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped dill pickles, capers, and fresh dill to the yogurt mixture. Stir to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice and add the Dijon mustard. Mix well to incorporate the flavors.

Step 4

Season the sauce with salt and ground black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tartar sauce for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. This step enhances the overall taste.

Step 6

Give the tartar sauce a final stir before serving. Serve as a condiment with your favorite seafood dishes like fish, shrimp, or crab cakes.

Step 7

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(356.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	252.2

Total Fat 8.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 17.5mg	0%
Sodium 1801.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g	0%
Total Sugars 8.5g
Protein 27.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 258.3mg	0%
Iron 0.7mg	0%
Potassium 460.6mg	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: 31.2%

Protein: 44.5%

Carbs: 24.3%