5-Minute Zesty Tartar Sauce: Easy Homemade Seafood Dip Recipe

Quick Tartar Sauce: Your Zesty Homemade Seafood Dip

If you’re craving a quick homemade seafood dip, this simple tartar sauce blends creamy mayonnaise with tangy lemon and crunchy relish in under five minutes.

Ingredients for Quick Tartar Sauce

• 1 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

How to Make Tartar Sauce in 5 Minutes

1. Grab a medium mixing bowl and add mayonnaise.
2. Stir in the sweet pickle relish and lemon juice until smooth.
3. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting the tanginess and texture.
4. Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
5. Give it a final stir, then serve chilled with fried fish, grilled shrimp, or as a dip for veggies.

Tips & Tricks for the Best Tartar Sauce

• Customize the crunch: Swap in dill pickles or capers for extra flavor.
• Boost the zing: Add a dash of hot sauce or chopped fresh herbs like dill or parsley.
• Make it lighter: Use Greek yogurt instead of some of the mayonnaise.
• Meal prep hack: This sauce can be made a day ahead—flavors deepen with time.

Nutritional Information (per serving)

• Calories: 200 kcal
• Fat: 22 g
• Sodium: 174 mg
• Carbs: 1 g
• Protein: 0 g

Enjoy your zesty, creamy tartar sauce with your favorite fried or grilled dishes!