Homemade Dijonnaise

Creamy, tangy, bold, and zesty can all describe this dijonnaise that will be the perfect sidekick to your next dippable meal or appetizer! This dijonnaise is heavy on the dijon mustard with just a dash of paprika.

This one’s for the sauce lovers — and especially the mustard lovers. By combining Dijon mustard, mayo, and just a dash of paprika, you get a zippy, creamy sauce that goes with just about everything. I use it for dipping veggies, chicken, shrimp, or salmon, and I love it slathered onto sandwiches and burgers. It’s simple, classic, and endlessly versatile.

Dijonnaise may sound fancy (dee-shawn-aze), but it’s really built on two humble ingredients: Dijon mustard and mayonnaise. The Dijon brings a sharp, slightly spicy bite, while the mayo smooths everything out with creamy tang. This version leans heavier on the mustard than a typical mayo-mustard sauce, giving it a bolder flavor that stands up well to rich or savory dishes.

It comes together in about five minutes with just three ingredients. I usually go with equal parts mayo and Dijon, then finish with a pinch of paprika for a subtle smoky kick. If you prefer things milder, you can dial back the mustard or skip the paprika altogether — it’s easy to adjust and hard to mess up.

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Dijonnaise Recipe

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Total: 5 minutes mins

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Creamy, tangy, bold, and zesty can all describe this dijonnaise that will be the perfect sidekick to your next dippable meal or appetizer! This dijonnaise is heavy on the dijon mustard with just a dash of paprika.

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Ingredients

• ▢ ½ cup mayonnaise (can be light)
• ▢ ¼ – ½ cup dijon mustard (see notes)
• ▢ Paprika (for serving)

Instructions 

• Add the mayonnaise and ¼ cup of dijon mustard to a small bowl.
  
• Mix together well and then taste the dijonnaise. If you want more dijon flavor, add the remaining ¼ cup of dijon mustard.
  
• Serve the dijonnaise with a little paprika sprinkled on top.
  

Notes

I love using ½ cup of Dijon mustard in this recipe because it gives the dip a sharp, spicy kick. For a milder dijonaise, use ¼ cup. You can always add more if you decide you want it more flavorful. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 tablespoon, Calories: 21kcal (1%), Carbohydrates: 1g, Protein: 0.4g (1%), Fat: 2g (3%), Saturated Fat: 0.3g (2%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.01g, Cholesterol: 1mg, Sodium: 143mg (6%), Potassium: 14mg, Fiber: 0.3g (1%), Sugar: 0.4g, Vitamin A: 10IU, Vitamin C: 0.03mg, Calcium: 5mg (1%), Iron: 0.1mg (1%)

© Author Kristen Stevens

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