Mint Yogurt Sauce
Cool, tangy yogurt sauce brightened with fresh mint and a hint of garlic.
Dietary
Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Keto, Wheat free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover, Ashkenazi kosher for passover
Allergens
Dairy
This creamy sauce blends thick yogurt with fresh mint, garlic, and lemon for a tangy condiment that pairs well with grilled meats, kebabs, or falafel. A staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking, it comes together in minutes with no cooking required.
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch ground cumin, to taste
Method
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In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped mint, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
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Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin, then stir until evenly combined.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
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Mint Yogurt Sauce
This creamy sauce blends thick yogurt with fresh mint, garlic, and lemon for a tangy condiment that pairs well with grilled meats, kebabs, or falafel. A staple in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking, it comes together in minutes with no cooking required.
30 min 16 oz 45 cal
Ingredients
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pinch ground cumin, to taste

Method
- 1
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped mint, minced garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- 2
Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of cumin, then stir until evenly combined.
- 3
Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.