Creamy Lemon Dill Salad Dressing
Enjoy the refreshing burst of flavor to your dishes with this creamy lemon dill salad dressing. This quick and easy homemade salad dressing is ideal for pasta or potato salads, offering a delicious alternative to traditional lemon dill vinaigrette. The combination of fresh dill, lemon juice, and zest creates a vibrant and zesty dressing or lemon dill dip.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Versatile: Perfect for creamy salads such as my shrimp pasta salad or as a seafood dip.
- Cost-effective: Homemade dressing saves money.
- Simple ingredients: Only four pantry staples are needed.
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise: Store-bought or homemade plain mayonnaise including lighter versions work well. Try my homemade mayonnaise recipe.
- Dill: Freshly chopped dill works best but you can also use dried dill. Alternatively, you can use other fresh herbs such as fresh parsley, green onions, or chives.
- Lemon: Zest and juice add extra freshness.
- Seasoning: Sea salt and black pepper.
Variations
Lighter Version: Add 2 tbsp plain Greek yogurt or sour cream for a healthier dressing.
Lemon Dill Sauce: Add water or vegetable oil like extra-virgin olive oil to create a creamy sauce.
Dijon Flavors: Mix in some Dijon mustard for a lemon dill dijonnaise.
Spice it Up: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for extra spice.
How to make lemon dill salad dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise. Add. chopped fresh dill, salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Stir to combine.
- Add fresh lemon juice and zest. Mix well. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Tips
Fresh ingredients: Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and recently chopped dill for the best flavor.
Creamy dressing: Achieve a creamy texture by whisking the ingredients thoroughly or using a food processor.
Chill time: Allow the dressing to chill in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving for optimal taste.
Serving
- Add this creamy dill sauce to your favorite summer salads, like my shrimp macaroni pasta salad.
- Drizzle over green beans or a simple mixed salad for extra flavor.
- Great dip for homemade bread incl. my Turkish bread or fresh vegetables, including bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, or other favorite veggies.
- Serve with fish recipes or seafood such as shrimp skewers, calamari, or salmon patties.
FAQ
Stored in an airtight mason jar or container, the dressing can last up to a week.
Yes, the flavors intensify when allowed to meld, and it tastes even better the next day!
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Creamy Lemon Dill Salad Dressing
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice juice of one large lemon
- 1 tsp lemon zest zest of one large lemon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- To prep dill, wash, dry, separate the leaves from stems, and finely chop them.1 tbsp fresh dill
- In a small bowl, combine chopped dill, mayonnaise, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined.1 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- Adjust seasoning to taste. Add more dill if you prefer a stronger herbal flavor.
