Description
Zesty Creamy Greek Yogurt Dressing brings Mediterranean magic to salads with tangy, silky smoothness. Fresh herbs and Greek yogurt create a light, refreshing companion for crisp greens that lifts your meal from ordinary to extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Yogurt Base:
- ½ cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
Acids and Sweeteners:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) white wine vinegar
- 1 ½ teaspoons (7.5 milliliters) honey
Herbs, Spices, and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) minced garlic (from 1 to 2 cloves)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) fresh chopped dill (or ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) dried dill)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) salt
- ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) freshly ground black pepper
Oils:
- ⅓ cup (80 milliliters) extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Combine tangy lemon juice, white vinegar, golden honey, and finely chopped garlic in a medium mixing bowl, creating a vibrant flavor base.
- Gently fold in creamy Greek yogurt, allowing the smooth texture to integrate with the initial mixture.
- Stream extra virgin olive oil into the blend while whisking continuously to emulsify the ingredients, ensuring a silky consistency.
- Sprinkle kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to enhance the dressing’s depth of flavor.
- Incorporate finely chopped fresh dill, stirring until the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the creamy mixture.
- Transfer the dressing to an airtight glass container, sealing to preserve freshness.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Before serving, give the dressing a vigorous shake or stir to reincorporate any separated ingredients.
- Consume within 3-4 days for optimal taste and quality, storing consistently refrigerated.
Notes
- Customize the dressing’s thickness by adjusting Greek yogurt quantity, adding more for a thicker consistency or a splash of water for a lighter texture.
- Experiment with herb variations like fresh mint, chives, or basil to create unique flavor profiles matching different salads or proteins.
- Reduce dairy content by substituting Greek yogurt with plant-based alternatives like coconut or almond yogurt for vegan and lactose-intolerant dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg