Lemon Yogurt Sauce

Lemon Yogurt Sauce

A tangy, creamy sauce brightened with lemon zest and garlic, ready in minutes.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 60/serving

Dietary

Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover

Allergens

Dairy

This cool, tangy sauce blends thick yogurt with fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of garlic for a versatile condiment. It pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, falafel, or as a dip for pita, and comes together with no cooking required.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

  2. Add the minced garlic, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper, and stir until fully combined.

  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.

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Lemon Yogurt Sauce

This cool, tangy sauce blends thick yogurt with fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of garlic for a versatile condiment. It pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, falafel, or as a dip for pita, and comes together with no cooking required.

10 min 16 oz 60 cal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

  2. 2

    Add the minced garlic, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper, and stir until fully combined.

  3. 3

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.