Lemon Dill Sauce
Lemon Dill Sauce is a bright, creamy blend of fresh dill and zesty lemon that adds a refreshing pop of flavor. This is the perfect sauce for fish, chicken, vegetables, or dipping – and comes together quickly!
Dill Sauce for Fish
We first tried lemon dill sauce at a cozy little seaside restaurant in Seattle, and I knew I had to recreate it at home. It was simply impossible to resist that bright, fresh flavor and I literally licked my plate. We left with a happy stomach and a mission: to figure out the perfect recipe so we could enjoy that flavor anytime we wanted.
I get so much inspiration for cooking from restaurants, especially while on vacation. So my other goal is to keep traveling the world!
Why This Recipe Works:
- Bright and refreshing – the lemon adds zing while dill brings a clean, herby finish.
- Incredibly versatile – perfect with fish, chicken, roasted vegetables, potatoes, or as a dip.
- Light yet creamy – delivers richness without feeling heavy or overpowering.
- Quick to make – comes together in minutes with simple, everyday ingredients.
- Elevates simple meals – instantly upgrades weeknight dinners with minimal effort.
What You’ll Need:
- mayonnaise with olive oil – or use any mayo you keep on hand
- plain Greek yogurt
- shallot
- fresh dill
- lemon – you’ll use the zest of one lemon plus one tablespoon of juice
- seasonings – salt, pepper, onion powder
- granulated sugar
How to make Lemon Dill Sauce:
Step 1
Combine ingredients – mayonnaise, yogurt, minced shallot, finely chopped fresh dill, freshly grated lemon, seasonings (onion powder, salt, and pepper), and granulated sugar.
Step 2
Whisk and add lemon juice. Whisk ingredients until very well combined. Then add lemon juice and whisk again – adding more as needed to get your desired consistency.
Step 3
Store sauce. Transfer this delicious sauce to a mason jar or serving dish. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 4
Serve. Serve this lemon dill sauce over fish, chicken, veggies, or whatever you like!
Store leftover dill sauce in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Recipe FAQs:
Yes, but fresh dill has a brighter, more vibrant flavor. If using dried, use about 1 teaspoon for every 1 tablespoon of fresh.
Yes, the flavors actually meld together nicely if you let it sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge. Just store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
Too thick? Stir in a teaspoon of water, olive oil, or extra lemon juice.
Too thin? Add more yogurt, mayonnaise, or sour cream gradually.
Grilled or baked salmon, shrimp, or white fish
Roasted or grilled chicken
Steamed or roasted vegetables
As a dip for potato wedges or fries
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xoxo ~Sue
Lemon Dill Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise with olive oil – or any mayo
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons shallots – minced
- 2 Tablespoons fresh dill – minced
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest – the zest from one lemon
- 1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine ingredients – mayonnaise, yogurt, minced shallot, finely chopped fresh dill, freshly grated lemon, seasonings (onion powder, salt, and pepper), and granulated sugar.1/2 cup mayonnaise with olive oil, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 teaspoons shallots, 2 Tablespoons fresh dill, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon zest, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Whisk and add lemon juice. Whisk ingredients until very well combined. Then add lemon juice and whisk again – adding more as needed to get your desired consistency.1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Store sauce. Transfer this delicious sauce to a mason jar or serving dish. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Serve. Serve this lemon dill sauce over fish, chicken, veggies, or whatever you like!
Notes
- Fresh dill has a brighter, more vibrant flavor than dried. If using dried, use about 1 teaspoon for every 1 tablespoon of fresh.
- The flavors actually meld together nicely if you let this dip sit for at least 30 minutes in the fridge.
- Store leftover dill sauce in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Love the flavor in this sauce and it’s great over fish!
Amen!