Yogurt Cucumber Dill Sauce
Creamy, refreshing, and bursting with vibrant flavors, this Yogurt Cucumber Dill Sauce is the ultimate versatile condiment your recipes have been missing. Made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, fragrant fresh dill, and a zesty kick of lemon juice, this quick 10-minute sauce is as wholesome as it is delicious. A touch of garlic and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil elevate its richness, while its light and tangy profile makes it perfect as a dip for veggies, a sauce for grilled meats, or a dressing for salads. Best served chilled after a quick rest in the fridge, this simple yet flavorful recipe is your go-to for adding Mediterranean-inspired flair to any meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.5 medium Cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Peel the cucumber and grate it using the coarse side of a box grater.
Step 2
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess water. Discard the liquid.
Step 3
Finely chop the fresh dill and mince the garlic clove.
Step 4
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Stir the ingredients together until well combined.
Step 6
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or lemon juice, if desired.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Step 8
Serve chilled as a dip, sauce, or dressing.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 380.2 grams (380.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 306 |
| Total Fat 15.30g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat 2.70g | 14% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium 1265mg | 55% |
| Total Carbohydrate 15.70g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.80g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 8.50g | |
| Protein 17.10g | 34% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 208mg | 16% |
| Iron 1mg | 5% |
| Potassium 448mg | 10% |
Source of Calories