Creamy Lemon Dill Dressing
Add a fresh burst of flavor to your dishes with this creamy lemon dill dressing. The combination of fresh dill, lemon juice, and zest creates a fresh and zesty dressing or lemon dill dip – perfect for potato salads, fish dishes, and simply as a dip.
If you’re looking for a rich, creamy, and fresh mayonnaise-based dressing, this is the perfect recipe. It’s quick and easy to make, and I especially love it with new potatoes in the spring.
- Versatile side: Perfect for seafood salads such as my shrimp pasta salad, potato salads, or as a creamy dip.
- Cost-effective sauce: Homemade dressing typically saves money compared to store-bought version – plus you get to choose the quality of the ingredients.
- Quick and easy: 4 pantry staples and 5 minutes is all you need to make this easy dressing.
Ingredients and substitutions
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- 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: Substitute half with plain Greek yogurt or sour cream for a lighter dressing.
Lemon dill sauce: Add water or milk to create a thinner sauce.
Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for some spice.
How to make this lemon dill dressing
See the recipe card for full information on the steps.
- 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.
Serving
- Add this creamy dill sauce to your favorite summer salads, like my shrimp macaroni pasta salad or German 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.
Storage tips
Stored in an airtight mason jar or container, the dressing can last up to 4 days. It’s perfect for meal prep, as the flavors intensify when allowed to meld.
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Lemon Dill 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.
