Quick Tartar Sauce

Description

Source: THE BIG BOOK OF BACKYARD COOKING - BETTY ROSBOTTOM

This mayonnaise-based sauce is a time-honored classic to serve with fish. This version, made with purchased mayonnaise, takes only minutes to assemble and is delectable spread on Cape Cod Fried Scallop Rolls.

Ingredients

• 1   cup regular or reduced-fat (not nonfat) mayonnaise
• 6   tablespoons chopped dill pickle
• ¼  cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 2   tablespoons minced yellow onion
• 2   tablespoons drained, chopped capers
• 2   teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 2   teaspoons fresh lemon juice, plus more if needed

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a medium nonreactive bowl and stir to mix.
2. Taste, and if you want a tarter taste, add a little additional lemon juice.
3. Cover and refrigerate. (Tartar sauce can be prepared 1 day ahead.)

YIELD: MAKES ABOUT 1½ CUPS