Description
Creamy Dill Sauce is a bright and smooth condiment that livens up vegetables, fish, salads, and sandwiches This easy recipe blends a rich dairy base with fresh dill and lemon for a clean zesty finish Made with readily available brands in the USA it keeps the flavor pure and the preparation simple Chill before serving so the flavors meld and the texture firms to a silky dip like consistency
Ingredients
1/2 cup sour cream made with vegetarian enzymes Daisy Sour Cream or Organic Valley Sour Cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise Sir Kensington’s Classic Mayonnaise or Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Optional pinch garlic powder for depth
Optional 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt for extra creaminess
Instructions
1. Add 1/2 cup Daisy Sour Cream or Organic Valley Sour Cream to a small mixing bowl
2. Spoon in 1/4 cup Sir Kensington’s Classic Mayonnaise or Chosen Foods Avocado Oil Mayo then stir gently with a spatula until smooth
3. Finely chop 2 tablespoons fresh dill then fold the dill into the cream and mayonnaise base
4. Add 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice to brighten the mixture then season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper
5. If using add a pinch of garlic powder or 1 tablespoon plain Greek yogurt and blend until even
6. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld
7. Stir briefly before serving adjust seasoning if necessary and serve chilled with vegetables fish salads or as a sandwich spread.
Notes
Use bright green fresh dill for best aroma and flavor
If substituting dried dill reduce quantity because dried herbs are more concentrated
Adjust salt after chilling because flavors intensify as the sauce rests
Do not freeze the sauce dairy bases can separate and lose creamy texture after thawing
Store in an airtight container refrigerated and use within four days for best quality
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mixing and chilling
- Cuisine: American