Horseradish Dill Sauce Recipe

Elevate your smoked salmon, trout, burgers, or roast beef with this creamy, tangy Horseradish Dill Sauce! Inspired by Annie Gunn's famous sauce (a St. Louis favorite!), this recipe is easy to make and delivers incredible flavor. Get ready for a burst of fresh dill and a delightful horseradish kick that will impress your guests. Perfect for appetizers, main courses, or as a dipping sauce.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 87.6 kcal

Protein 1g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Horseradish Dill Sauce

1/4 cup sour cream
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (adjust to taste)
Garlic
Fresh Dill
Dried Dill
Chives
Seasoning
Seasoning Salt

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How to Make Horseradish Dill Sauce

In a medium bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish (adjust to taste), 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
Gently whisk all ingredients until well combined and creamy.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, refrigerate overnight.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving. Add more horseradish for extra zing, or more dill for a stronger herbaceous flavor.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

Fat

18g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Horseradish Dill Sauce?

Horseradish Dill Sauce takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Horseradish Dill Sauce?

Horseradish Dill Sauce has approximately 87.6 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Horseradish Dill Sauce?

The key ingredients for Horseradish Dill Sauce are Sour Cream, Mayonnaise, Horseradish, Garlic, Fresh Dill, Dried Dill. See the full list with measurements above.