Eggless Tartar Sauce
A wonderfully creamy and tangy tartar sauce made completely without eggs! Packed with zesty pickles, capers, and fresh dill, this easy sauce is ready in 10 minutes and is the perfect companion for fried fish, crab cakes, or even as a dip for fries.
For 4 servings
Prepare your ingredients. Finely chop the dill pickles and capers. Finely mince the shallot and chop the fresh dill. Squeeze the lemon juice.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the vegan mayonnaise, lemon juice, and dijon mustard. Whisk until smooth.
Add the chopped dill pickles, capers, fresh dill, and minced shallot to the bowl. Stir everything together until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well and taste. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
For the best flavor, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld and deepen.
Serve the eggless tartar sauce chilled with your favorite dishes like vegan fish and chips, crab cakes, or as a dip for vegetables.
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1For best results, let the sauce chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
- 2If you don't have shallots, you can substitute with a small amount of finely minced red onion or the white part of a green onion.
- 3For an extra tangy kick, add a teaspoon of the pickle brine from the jar.
- 4Adjust the consistency by adding a little more mayonnaise for a thicker sauce or a splash of water/lemon juice for a thinner one.
- 5Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Adapt it for your goals.
Spicy Tartar Sauce
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon of sriracha for a spicy kick.
Herby Tartar SauceHerby Tartar Sauce
Include other fresh herbs like 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley or chives along with the dill for a more complex flavor.
Sweet Tartar SauceSweet Tartar Sauce
Use sweet pickle relish instead of dill pickles for a classic sweet and tangy flavor profile.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Allergen-Friendly
This recipe is completely free of eggs and dairy, making it a safe and delicious option for individuals with these common allergies or dietary restrictions.
Plant-Based Goodness
As a fully vegan recipe, it's a cruelty-free choice that fits perfectly into a plant-based lifestyle without compromising on the classic creamy texture and tangy taste.
Rich in Probiotics
Ingredients like pickles and capers are often fermented, which can introduce beneficial probiotics that support a healthy gut microbiome and aid in digestion.
Frequently asked questions
A quarter-cup serving of this tartar sauce contains approximately 150-200 calories, primarily from the vegan mayonnaise. The exact number can vary based on the brand of mayonnaise used.