Creamy Lemon Sauce for Burgers (3 Ingredients)
Tired of having just mayo on your burgers? Try this creamy lemon sauce that you can make using only three ingredients. Read to learn more.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl (medium)
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Tablespoon measure
- Silicone spatula or spoon
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise homemade or store-bought, 120g
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 15ml
- 1 pinch salt to taste
Instructions
- Add the mayonnaise and fresh lemon juice to a medium bowl. Whisk or stir until completely smooth and evenly combined.1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Taste and season with salt, adjusting to your preference. Transfer to a small serving bowl or spread directly onto your burgers, sandwiches, or wraps. Refrigerate any leftovers in a sealed container immediately.1 pinch salt
Notes
Storage: Keep in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Give it a stir before using if it has been sitting for more than a day.
Make-Ahead: The flavour actually improves after a few hours as the lemon and salt settle into the mayo. Make a double batch on Sunday for the week.
Freezing: Do not freeze — mayo-based sauces break when thawed, turning grainy and separated.
Substitution: Greek yogurt can replace half the mayo for a lighter, tangier version. Bottled lemon juice works but fresh is noticeably brighter.
Pro Tip: Mix in a bowl rather than directly on the bun. This lets the salt dissolve evenly into the sauce instead of hitting in random sharp bursts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 0.3gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 188mgPotassium: 9mgFiber: 0.01gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 18IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.1mg
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