Pink Tartar Sauce Recipe

Elevate your fish and chips, burgers, or sandwiches with this vibrant and flavorful Pink Tartar Sauce! Made with creamy mayonnaise, sweet relish, tangy pickles, and a touch of beet for a beautiful pink hue, this recipe is incredibly easy and ready in minutes. Perfect for picnics, parties, or a weeknight treat!

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 0 mins

Calories 16.3 kcal

Protein 0g

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

Ingredients for Pink Tartar Sauce

1 cup mayonnaise
Hamburger Relish
Dijon Style Mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice

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How to Make Pink Tartar Sauce

Finely dice 1/4 cup sweet pickle relish and 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill.
In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, and 1/4 cup cooked and finely diced beets. (For a deeper pink color, use more beets).
Gently stir in the diced sweet pickle relish and dill.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. This step is optional but recommended for best results.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pink Tartar Sauce?

Pink Tartar Sauce takes about 5 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 0 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pink Tartar Sauce?

Pink Tartar Sauce has approximately 16.3 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pink Tartar Sauce?

The key ingredients for Pink Tartar Sauce are Mayonnaise, Hamburger Relish, Dijon Style Mustard, Lemon Juice. See the full list with measurements above.