Greek Sauce for Naked Vegetables

Elevate your vegetable game with this creamy, herbaceous Greek Sauce for Naked Vegetables! Made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this versatile sauce is packed with fresh dill, parsley, and a hint of garlic for a flavor explosion. Enhance the Mediterranean vibe with optional crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of creaminess. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for pairing with steamed, roasted, or raw veggies and even doubles as a delicious spread for pita or a tangy salad dressing. Ideal for those craving a light yet flavor-packed addition to their healthy meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or 2%)
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 clove Garlic (finely minced or grated)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons Crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the minced or grated garlic to the bowl and stir well to incorporate.

Step 3

Fold in the chopped fresh dill, parsley, and dried oregano. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 5

If desired, fold in the crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of creaminess and flavor.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the sauce chilled or at room temperature alongside steamed, roasted, or raw vegetables. It also pairs well with pita bread or as a dip for crudités.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	345.9 grams (345.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	535

Total Fat 43.20g	55%
Saturated Fat 13.30g	67%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 51mg	17%
Sodium 1605mg	70%
Total Carbohydrate 15.10g	5%
Dietary Fiber 0.80g	3%
Total Sugars 7.90g
Protein 21.20g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 426mg	33%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 392mg	8%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 11.3%