Dill Mayonnaise Recipe (Creamy, Fresh & Ready in 5 Minutes)

Name: Creamy Dill Mayonnaise Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 cup good quality mayonnaise; 2 tbsp fresh dill; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 tsp lemon zest; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 small garlic clove; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Dill mayonnaise is one of those little kitchen upgrades that makes almost everything taste better. Creamy, fresh, and ready in just 5 minutes, it’s an easy sauce you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again.

This dill mayonnaise recipe strikes the perfect balance of bright lemon, fresh dill, Dijon mustard, and just enough garlic to round everything out without stealing the spotlight. It’s rich, herby, and versatile enough to spread on burgers and sandwiches, dollop onto salmon, or serve as a dipping sauce for crispy fries and roasted potatoes.

Since this recipe is part of my growing mayo collection, you’ll definitely want to check out my homemade mayo if you’d like to make it completely from scratch. If you’re planning a seafood dinner, try serving this dill mayo with my fresh salmon cakes. They make a great pair! And if you love the fresh combination of lemon and dill, my lemon and dill sauce is another flavourful option that’s especially good with fish and seafood.

Creamy dill mayonnaise in a white bowl with fresh chopped dill and a spoon lifting a dollop.

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✳︎ Why You’ll Love This Dill Mayonnaise

Ready in about 5 minutes with everyday ingredients.
Fresh dill, lemon, and Dijon create a bright, balanced flavour that tastes anything but ordinary.
Just as good as a sandwich spread as it is a dipping sauce for fries, seafood, and vegetables.
Easy to make ahead since the flavour gets even better after a quick chill in the fridge.
A fun way to change up plain mayonnaise without adding extra fuss.

Ingredients You’ll Need

ingredients for dill mayonnaise in separate bowls - lemon juice, dijon, mayonnaise, lemon zest, pepper, salt, fresh dill, and garlic.

One of the best things about this homemade dill mayo is that it comes together with a handful of simple ingredients, many of which you probably already have on hand. Each one plays an important role in creating a creamy, bright, and well balanced sauce where the fresh dill shines. Use good quality mayonnaise as your base, and don’t skip the fresh lemon zest. It adds a burst of citrus flavour that really brings everything to life.

Fresh vs Dried Dill

Fresh dill gives this homemade dill mayo its vibrant flavour and colour, making it the best choice whenever possible. If all you have is dried dill, you can absolutely use it in a pinch. Just keep in mind that dried herbs are more concentrated, so you’ll need less. As a general rule, use about one teaspoon of dried dill in place of one tablespoon of fresh, then adjust to taste.

Homemade or Store-Bought Mayo

Both homemade and store-bought mayonnaise work well in this recipe, so use whichever you prefer. Homemade mayo offers a richer, fresher flavour, while a good quality store-bought mayonnaise keeps things quick and convenient. Since mayonnaise is the main ingredient, choosing one you already enjoy will make all the difference in the finished sauce.

What Makes This Dill Mayo So Good?

The magic is in the balance. Fresh dill gets to shine, while lemon juice and zest wake everything up with a pop of brightness. A little Dijon brings just enough zip, and the garlic stays in the background where it belongs, adding flavour without overpowering the herbs.

Dill mayonnaise being mixed with fresh dill, lemon zest, and seasonings in a glass bowl.

What to Serve with Dill Mayo

One of the best things about this creamy dill mayo is how versatile it is. Whether you’re using it as a seafood sauce, burger sauce, sandwich spread, or dipping sauce, it adds a fresh, herby finish that pairs well with all kinds of meals.

Salmon: The bright lemon and fresh dill balance the richness of salmon beautifully. Try it with my pan-seared salmon for an easy weeknight dinner or swap the cream cheese for it in my smoked salmon crostini for a fresh twist.
Fish & Seafood: The fresh dill and lemon make this a natural sauce for fish, especially crispy or baked fillets. It’s fantastic with my parmesan crusted fish, and just as good served alongside coconut crusted shrimp as a bright, creamy dipping sauce.
Burgers & Sandwiches: Swap plain mayonnaise for this flavourful spread on burgers, chicken burgers, or sandwiches. It adds just the right amount of freshness without overpowering the other toppings. It’s especially good on my easy ground beef burgers, my zucchini turkey burgers, or my classic BLT bagels.
Fries & Roasted Potatoes: Skip the ketchup and serve this as a dipping sauce for crispy fries or roasted potatoes. I love it with my air fryer fries, parmesan fries, or roasted potatoes for an easy side that feels a little extra special.
Fresh Vegetables: Carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell peppers, and even roasted asparagus are all great excuses to dip into this creamy, herby sauce.

Storage Tips

Store your homemade dill mayo in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. While you can enjoy it right away, I think it tastes even better after it’s had about 15 minutes to chill, giving the flavors time to meld.

Before serving leftovers, give the mayo a quick stir, especially if any liquid has separated. And if you’ve made it with homemade mayonnaise, be sure to follow the storage guidelines for the mayo you used.

Creamy dill mayonnaise in a white bowl with fresh dill and a spoon.

FAQs

Dill mayonnaise is a creamy sauce made by combining mayonnaise with fresh dill and other flavourings like lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and garlic. It’s commonly served as a dipping sauce, sandwich spread, or sauce for seafood, but it’s just as tasty with burgers, fries, and roasted vegetables.

Dill mayo is creamy, bright, and herby, with a fresh pop of lemon and a subtle tang from Dijon mustard. The garlic adds savoury depth without overpowering the fresh dill, which remains the star of the show.

Yes! Fresh dill gives this recipe the brightest flavour and colour, but dried dill works in a pinch. Use about 1 teaspoon of dried dill in place of 1 tablespoon of fresh dill, then adjust to taste.

Absolutely. In fact, it’s even better after spending about 15 minutes in the refrigerator, giving the flavours time to meld. You can make it up to 5 days in advance, as long as it’s stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Not quite. Many people use the terms interchangeably, but traditional aioli is made by emulsifying garlic and oil rather than using mayonnaise. Today, most “aioli” recipes start with mayonnaise, so the names are often used interchangeably, even though they’re technically different.

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Creamy Dill Mayonnaise Recipe

Dill mayonnaise is creamy, fresh, and ready in just 5 minutes. Made with fresh dill, lemon, and Dijon, it's the perfect sauce for seafood, burgers, sandwiches, and fries.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings 1 Cup

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Ingredients

1 cup good quality mayonnaise
2 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped)
1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove (finely grated)
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Add the mayonnaise, dill, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to a small bowl.
Stir until everything is evenly combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

If time allows, cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavours meld.

Enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Use fresh dill whenever possible for the brightest flavour and vibrant colour. Dried dill works in a pinch, but the flavour won’t be quite as fresh.

Choose a good quality mayonnaise. Since it’s the base of the recipe, the better the mayo, the better the finished sauce.

If time allows, don’t skip the chill time. Just 15 minutes in the fridge helps the flavours meld and makes the mayo even more flavourful.

Go easy on the garlic. One small clove is plenty, allowing the fresh dill and lemon to remain the stars.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a quick stir before serving if any separation occurs.

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