Honey Dijonnaise is sweet, tangy, and elevates dishes from salmon and chicken to sandwiches and salads. Make in just 2 minutes then use it to add depth and complexity to your culinary creations.
We love this dijonnaise because it is so versatile and easy to make. We typically make a big batch then store it for whenever we want to spice up our recipes. It is especially delicious on proteins like our Pistachio Salmon or as a dipping sauce for French Fries or Chicken Tenders. But the options are limitless!
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Why You'll Love Honey Dijonnaise
- Taste - This honey mustard dressing is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy.
- Texture - The sauce is creamy yet light.
- Effort - All you need to do is whisk the ingredients.
- Time - It takes just 2 minutes to mix.
Key Ingredients
- Mayonnaise - Mayonnaise makes the dijonnaise rich and creamy.
- Dijon mustard - Dijon mustard has a pungent and sharp kick.
- Honey - Honey sweetens the dressing and balances the bite from the mustard.
- Garlic - Garlic adds the classic aroma to the dressing.
- Smoked paprika - Paprika adds a little spiciness.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions/Variations
- Garlic powder - Use garlic powder instead of garlic cloves for a lighter garlic flavor.
- Spicy - Use cayenne pepper or red chili flakes instead of paprika for spice.
- Lemon - Add a spritz of lemon juice and/or lemon zest for a bright citrus flavor.
How to Make Honey Dijonnaise
- Mix ingredients - Add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper to a small mixing bowl and whisk until combined. Then use on protein, sandwiches, potato salads, and more. (Photo 1 and 2)
Pro tip - Whisk the ingredients thoroughly to achieve a smooth texture.
Storage
Store this leftover creamy honey dijonnaise in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 1 month for best results.
Recipe FAQs
This recipe is lightly spicy from the the dijon mustard and paprika. In order to make it milder, omit the paprika.
Yes, in order to make this recipe vegan, use vegan mayo instead of regular mayonnaise.
Yes, but it won't have the same signature tanginess. We do not recommend it.
Top Tips
- Use high-quality smooth or coarse dijon mustard and avoid yellow mustard for the best flavor.
- Taste and adjust to your liking - Add more honey or mustard to adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your liking. You can add them incrementally until you achieve the desired balance.
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📖 Recipe
Honey Dijonnaise
Equipment
Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup dijon mustard smooth or coarse
- 1 tablespoon honey optional
- 1 garlic clove finely minced
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoon olive oil optional, for salad dressing
Instructions
- Make dijonnaise - Add mayonnaise, dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, smoked paprika, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and black pepper to a small mixing bowl and whisk until combined. Whisk in olive oil until emulsified if making a salad dressing. Use on protein, sandwiches, potato salads, and more.¼ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 garlic clove, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 2 tablespoon olive oil
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Notes
- Whisk the ingredients thoroughly to ensure the sauce has a smooth texture.
- Use high quality dijon mustard for the best flavor.
- Taste and adjust sauce to your liking - Add more honey or mustard to adjust the sweetness or spiciness to your liking.
- Refrigerate leftover honey dijonnaise in an air-tight container for up to 1 month for best results.
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