Substitutes for Dill

Fennel

• Fennel's unique flavor can substitute in for dill for fish dishes.Zedcor Wholly Owned/PhotoObjects.net/Getty Images
  
  This other member of the parsley family is anise-like in flavor. Because fennel is often paired with light fish dishes, it is a substitute for dill. Commonly used in Mediterranean or Italian cooking, fennel's mild licorice flavor makes it a welcome and versatile addition to a fish or vegetable dish.
  
  

Tarragon

• Tarragon has intense flavor that needs to be added in moderation.Brand X Pictures/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images
  
  In dip and salad dressing recipes that call for dill, tarragon can be substituted. Tarragon, much like fennel, has an anise-like aroma and is often paired with fish and cheese, according to Cook's Thesaurus. Tarragon is a more intensely flavored herb, however, and should be used more sparingly than dill.
  
  

Thyme

• Thyme is a member of the mint family.Brand X Pictures/Brand X Pictures/Getty Images
  
  Thyme is another herb commonly used in Mediterranean cooking that can serve as a substitute for dill. This member of the mint family is a strong herb that matches well with fish and potatoes and is commonly introduced into soups and meat rubs.
  
  

Rosemary

• Rosemary pairs well with a variety of dishes.Thinkstock/Comstock/Getty Images
  
  Rosemary, another member of the mint family, is often used to season Italian sauces, dressings and meat when dill is not an option. Though rosemary has a distinctively different flavor than dill, the dishes enhanced by dill can also be supplemented by rosemary. This herb can be paired with potatoes, meats such as lamb, as well as sauces and salad dressings.