Best 2 Moms Dill Sauce Recipes

Indulge in a culinary journey with Mom's Dill Sauce, a versatile sauce that elevates any dish with its fresh, tangy, and creamy flavors. This collection offers three delectable variations of the classic sauce: a creamy dill sauce perfect for grilled salmon, a tangy dill sauce ideal for roasted potatoes, and a refreshing cucumber dill sauce that adds a burst of flavor to salads and sandwiches. With its versatility and ease of preparation, Mom's Dill Sauce is a must-have in your recipe repertoire.

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SALMON WITH CREAMY DILL SAUCE

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There's nothing like fresh salmon, and my mom bakes it just right so it nearly melts in your mouth. The sour cream dill sauce is subtly seasoned with horseradish so that it doesn't overpower the delicate salmon flavor. -Susan Emery, Everett, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 salmon fillet (about 2 pounds)
1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
1 teaspoon onion salt
1 small onion, sliced and separated into rings
6 lemon slices
1/4 cup butter, cubed
DILL SAUCE:
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish
3/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
Pepper to taste

Steps:

Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with heavy-duty foil; grease lightly. Place salmon skin side down on foil. Sprinkle with lemon pepper and onion salt. Top with onion and lemon. Dot with butter. Fold foil around salmon; seal tightly,, Bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Open foil carefully, allowing steam to escape. Broil 4-6 in. from the heat for 3-5 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork., Meanwhile, combine the sauce ingredients until smooth. Serve with salmon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 33g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 100mg cholesterol, Sodium 643mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 26g protein.

DILL SAUCE

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This sour cream dill sauce is great over any fish, especially grilled salmon. You may add more lemon or mustard to suit your taste.

Provided by Lisa

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

½ cup sour cream
1 ½ tablespoons Dijon-style prepared mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill

Steps:

Whisk together sour cream, mustard, lemon juice and dill until well blended. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68.5 calories, Carbohydrate 2.7 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 6 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 156.1 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

Use fresh dill. Fresh dill has a much more intense flavor than dried dill, so it's worth the extra effort to find it. If you can't find fresh dill, you can use 1/4 teaspoon of dried dill per tablespoon of fresh dill.
Use a good quality mayonnaise. The mayonnaise is the base of the sauce, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a mayonnaise that is made with real eggs and oil, and that doesn't have a lot of added sugar or preservatives.
Add other herbs and spices to taste. Dill sauce is a versatile sauce that can be customized to your liking. Try adding other herbs and spices, such as parsley, chives, garlic powder, or onion powder.
Serve dill sauce with a variety of foods. Dill sauce is a great dipping sauce for vegetables, fish, and chicken. It can also be used as a sandwich spread or as a topping for baked potatoes.

Conclusion:

Dill sauce is a delicious, versatile sauce that can be used in a variety of ways. It's easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a new sauce to try, give dill sauce a try. You won't be disappointed!