This easy Keto tartar sauce is a delicious twist on an old classic made with ingredients that are low-carb and healthier, while still offering the flavor and zest like its traditional counterpart!

Why You Will Love This Easy, Low Carb Tartar Sauce Recipe
Are you looking for a flavorful condiment that pairs perfectly with low-carb seafood dishes? Look no further than this creamy and delicious keto tartar sauce. Made with just seven simple ingredients, it’s both easy to make and wonderfully flavorful – making it the ideal accompaniment to your Sea bass, salmon fillets, or shrimp skewers.
- Flavorful and versatile condiment: Tartar sauce is a classic condiment that pairs perfectly with seafood, chicken, and vegetables. It adds a tangy, creamy, and flavorful touch to any dish.
- Easy to customize: You can easily customize your low carb or keto tartar sauce to your liking. Add different spices, herbs, or vegetables to create your own unique flavor profile.
- Healthy and satisfying: Low carb or keto tartar sauce is a healthy and satisfying condiment that is perfect for those following a low carb or ketogenic diet. It is made with low carb ingredients, such as mayonnaise, pickles, and lemon juice, and is a good source of healthy fats and protein.
Whether you’re following the Keto diet or simply trying out some new recipes in the kitchen, this homemade tartar sauce will be sure to impress!
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Low Carb Tartar Sauce Ingredients
This unique recipe combines the signature taste of classic tarter sauce with wholesome, low carb ingredients that even non Keto dieters can enjoy. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing any time-pressed home cook to whip up a batch in no time!
- Mayonnaise - sugar free mayonnaise (Duke's, or JFG are both completely sugar free!)
- Dill Pickle - not sweet, dill pickles have no sugar added. Chop the dill pickle up small.
- Lemon - fresh, zest and juice.
- Dill Weed - fresh. and chopped fine.
- Parsley - fresh, and chopped small.
- Salt - to taste.
- Pepper - to taste.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
How to Make Keto Tartar Sauce
This Keto Tartar sauce is best prepared the day before so flavors than mingle.
Prepare All the Ingredients
- Place the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium size mixing bowl.
- Chop the dill pickle and mince the dill weed and parsley, and add to the bowl with the mayonnaise.
Mix The Ingredients
- Mix well, then season to taste with the salt and pepper. Add the optional Swerve sweetener, mix, and then store in a jar in the refrigerator.
Serving Suggestions
Indulge in a symphony of flavors without compromising your dietary goals with Low Carb or Keto Tartar Sauce. The tangy notes of capers with the creamy goodness of mayonnaise and the subtle sweetness of dill make this condiment perfect for seafood.
Embrace a guilt-free indulgence as each bite bursts with a delightful blend of textures, leaving you craving more.
Tartar sauce is traditionally served with seafood dishes like crab cakes and fish and chips. You will love it on our Air Fryer Salmon Bites, or our Baked Branzino, or Longhorns Salmon.
Full ingredient amounts and preparation instructions are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post.
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Substitutions
- You can use pickle juice from the Dill pickle jar if lemon juice is not available.
Variations
Once you know how to make this Keto Tartar sauce you can try some other tartar sauce variations!
- Cajun Tartar Sauce - Add ½ teaspoon of creole or cajun seasoning, with ¼ teaspoon of smoked paprika.
- Spicy Tartar Sauce - Add ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 2 teaspoons Texas Pete sauce to the mixture.
- Tartar Sauce without Dill Pickle - Omit the dill pickles and replace with either chopped sweet Gherkins, or no pickles at all.
Equipment
Equipment can have a big impact on how a recipe turns out. Below are some of my favorite pieces of equipment that I use when making this dish.
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Storage Options
After mixing the Keto Tartar sauce or any of the variations listed, store in a small Ball canning jar or other container that seals well. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.
Tips for Success
- Use a mini food processor to chop up the dill pickle, it is much easier.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tartar sauce is a staple condiment at many seafood restaurants because it's mostly used for fried fish and fried oysters. But it can also be used as a dipping sauce for sandwiches and roasted veggies or as a salad dressing.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Keto Tartar Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise sugar free
- ¾ cup dill pickle finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon dill weed fresh chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley fresh chopped
- 2 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest freshly zested
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon Swerve optional
Instructions
- Place the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a medium size mixing bowl.1 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoon lemon juice, ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- Chop the dill pickle and mince the dill weed and parsley, and add to the bowl with the mayonnaise.¾ cup dill pickle, 1 tablespoon dill weed, 1 tablespoon parsley
- Mix well, then season to taste with the salt and pepper. Add the optional Swerve sweetener, mix, and then store in a jar in the refrigerator.¼ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, ¼ teaspoon Swerve
Notes
- This Keto Tartar sauce is best prepared the day before so flavors than mingle.
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