Smashburger Sauce Recipe

User Reviews

5

18 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    10 servings (1 tablespoon)

  • Calories

    79 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Smashburger Sauce Recipe

This Smashburger Sauce blends mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, sweet pickle relish, lemon juice, and seasoning salt into a creamy condiment ideal for burgers or as a dip. Its balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet flavors enhances grilled or pan-fried beef patties. The sauce's smooth texture comes from the emulsification of mayo and oil, making it versatile enough to complement fries, veggies, and snacks.

Description

The Smashburger Sauce Recipe combines mayo, Dijon mustard, and sweet pickle relish with fresh lemon juice and seasoning salt to create a rich, creamy sauce. The Dijon adds a gentle tang, while the pickle relish contributes a hint of sweetness and crunch. Lemon juice brightens the flavor, and seasoning salt rounds out the taste. Mixing these ingredients until smooth results in a well-emulsified sauce suited for spreading on burgers or serving as a dip.

This sauce works well on classic smashed burgers, enhancing their flavor without overwhelming the meat. It can also accompany onion rings, fries, tater tots, or vegetables, broadening its use beyond sandwiches. The balanced, creamy nature makes it an adaptable condiment in casual home cooking.

Storage recommendations include refrigerating the sauce in an airtight container for up to two weeks without freezing. The recipe can easily be doubled to accommodate larger gatherings. Variations include using keto-friendly mayo, swapping yellow mustard for Dijon, adding heat with hot sauce or cayenne pepper, or adjusting sweetness with sugar or sugar substitutes. Worcestershire sauce and different pickle relishes can customize the flavor profile further.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise use a good quality, I like Avocado oil mayo myself
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon pickle relish sweet
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice fresh is best
  • 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt I like this Organic, no-MSG type

Instructions

  1. Mix all ingredients in a small mixing bowl until combined and creamy.

Notes

  • Keep the sauce refrigerated in an airtight container for up to two weeks; avoid freezing to maintain texture.
  • Double the recipe easily to serve more people or for batch preparation.
  • Substitute yellow mustard for Dijon mustard to modify flavor if desired.
  • Add hot sauce, cayenne pepper, or extra pickle juice to adjust heat or tanginess.
  • Use as a dip for fries, veggies, or snacks beyond its burger application.
  • Keto versions simply require keto-friendly mayonnaise as the base.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1tablespoon Calories 79kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 1g (0%) Protein 0.2g (0%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g (29%) Monounsaturated Fat 2g (10%) Trans Fat 0.02g (1%) Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 216mg (9%) Potassium 5mg (0%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 27IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 2mg (0%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10servings (1 tablespoon)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1tablespoon
Calories 79kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 1g 0%
Protein 0.2g 0%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 2g 10%
Trans Fat 0.02g 1%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 216mg 9%
Potassium 5mg 0%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 27IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 2mg 0%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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