Plain Yogurt Sauce

Plain Yogurt Sauce

A cool, tangy yogurt sauce that comes together in minutes with pantry staples.

Total 10 min Makes 16 oz Calories 52/serving

Dietary

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

Allergens

Dairy

This thick yogurt sauce blends garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs into a tangy condiment for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or falafel. It draws on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern traditions where yogurt-based sauces cool spiced dishes and add brightness. Ready in minutes with no cooking required, it keeps well in the refrigerator for easy use throughout the week.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.

  2. Stir in the minced garlic, chopped dill, and chopped mint.

  3. Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine evenly.

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

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Plain Yogurt Sauce

This thick yogurt sauce blends garlic, lemon, and fresh herbs into a tangy condiment for grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or falafel. It draws on Mediterranean and Middle Eastern traditions where yogurt-based sauces cool spiced dishes and add brightness. Ready in minutes with no cooking required, it keeps well in the refrigerator for easy use throughout the week.

10 min 16 oz 52 cal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium bowl, whisk together the plain yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.

  2. 2

    Stir in the minced garlic, chopped dill, and chopped mint.

  3. 3

    Season with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine evenly.

  4. 4

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