Name: Creamy Dill Sauce for Salmon
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup sour cream; 3 tablespoons fresh minced dill; 1 teaspoon grated garlic; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon lemon zest; juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons); salt and pepper to taste

This dill sauce recipe is simple and quick. It uses fresh dill and a creamy base to complement salmon perfectly. Make this easy sauce in minutes.

⏱ Time: 10 min

👥 Servings: 6-8

📊 Level: Easy

🥗 7 ingredients

Creamy Dill Sauce for Salmon

Dill sauce: whip up this creamy and fresh sauce in minutes. Perfect for salmon, it adds a bright, tangy flavor that improves any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 8

Course: Sauce

Calories: 90

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons fresh minced dill
1 teaspoon grated garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon zest
juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
salt and pepper to taste

Method

In a small bowl, add the sour cream, fresh minced dill, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Whisk all ingredients together until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Serve immediately with your favorite dish or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

– For the best flavor, use fresh dill. Dried dill can be substituted in a pinch, but reduce the quantity to 1 tablespoon.
– If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, use garlic powder instead of fresh, starting with 1/2 teaspoon.
– I find that letting the dill sauce chill for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it taste even better.

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

For the best flavor, use fresh dill. Dried dill can be substituted in a pinch, but reduce the quantity to 1 tablespoon.
If you prefer a milder garlic flavor, use garlic powder instead of fresh, starting with 1/2 teaspoon.
I find that letting the dill sauce chill for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making it taste even better.

This fresh dill sauce is a versatile condiment that will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen. Experiment with it on different proteins or as a dipping sauce for vegetables. Enjoy!