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    Home » Recipes » Sauces & Dips

    Vegan Tartar Sauce (oil free)

    Jan 10, 2022 by Rachel · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This vegan tartar sauce is so delicious and so easy to make! All you need are 8 ingredients and 5 minutes to make!

    Vegan tartar sauce in a bowl topped with fresh dill.
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    • What is tartar sauce?
    • Why this recipe works
    • Ingredients needed
    • How to make
    • What to serve with
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    What is tartar sauce?

    Tartar sauce, also spelled tartare sauce, originated in France. It's a creamy condiment most often served with fried seafood dishes.

    It's main ingredient is either mayonnaise or aioli and is seasoned with pickles, dill and other seasonings.

    Why this recipe works

    Mayonnaise is made with eggs but there are several vegan versions available in stores now. They are usually made with oil so to make this oil free I chose a different creamy base.

    Here I used an unsweetened dairy-free yogurt as my creamy base and added flavors to make it more like mayonnaise. It is not as thick as typical tartar sauce but still full of flavor.

    The combination of herbs and pickles makes this creamy condiment the perfect dip full of flavor and the yogurt makes it a healthier option!

    If you're not oil-free, feel free to use your favorite vegan mayo instead. This is one of my favorite vegan mayos.

    You're going to love this vegan tartar sauce!

    It's:

    • creamy and tangy
    • easy to make
    • egg-free, dairy-free and gluten-free
    • low-fat
    • perfect for dipping!

    Ingredients needed

    Just 8 simple ingredients needed to make this easy vegan tartar sauce! Reference the recipe card at the bottom for exact measurements.

    Ingredients for vegan tartar sauce measured and labeled.

    The lemon juice and apple cider vinegar help to make the yogurt taste more like mayonnaise. If you're using vegan mayo, feel free to omit. However, it you like your tartar sauce more tangy, feel free to include it still!

    How to make

    It's really easy to make at home and all you need is a bowl and a spoon!

    Add all ingredients to a small bowl and stir well to combine! That's it! Feel free to top with more fresh dill if you're feeling fancy.

    What to serve with

    Vegan shrimp with tartar sauce on a plate.

    As tartar sauce is often served with fried seafood dishes, this vegan tartar sauce goes great with these vegan coconut shrimps! It's also great for dipping french fries into or serving with fried vegan fish filets or fish sticks.

    If you enjoyed this recipe please leave a comment below and give it 5 stars! Or on Pinterest (don’t forget to follow me!) and please help me share on facebook!

    📖 Recipe

    Vegan tartar sauce in a small bowl topped with fresh dill.

    Vegan Tartar Sauce

    This vegan tartar sauce is so delicious and so easy to make! All you need are 8 ingredients and 5 minutes to make!
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    course: Sauces & Dressings
    cuisine: French
    servings: 4
    prep time: 5 mins
    total time: 5 mins
    Author: Rachel

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup unsweetened coconut yogurt, or vegan mayo if not oil-free
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon lemon Juice
    • ¼ cup dill relish
    • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • salt and black pepper, to taste

    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to a small bowl and mix well to combine. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
    If using vegan mayo, feel free to omit the lemon juice and apple cider vinegar as they are used to make the yogurt taste more like mayo. However, if you enjoy a tangier dip, feel free to still include.

    Nutrition Per Serving

    Calories: 38kcal Carbohydrates: 8g Protein: 1g Fat: 1g Saturated Fat: 1g Sodium: 170mg Potassium: 20mg Fiber: 1g Sugar: 3g Vitamin A: 41IU Vitamin C: 5mg Calcium: 41mg Iron: 1mg
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