Afghan Dressing or Dip
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and creamy Afghan Dressing or Dip, a recipe brimming with fresh herbs and bold flavors. Combining the richness of full-fat yogurt and a touch of mayonnaise, this versatile condiment is infused with finely minced garlic, tangy lemon juice, and a harmony of fresh dill, mint, and cilantro. Ground cumin adds a subtle earthy note, while a hint of salt and black pepper ties it all together. Perfect as a salad dressing, a dip for crisp vegetables, or a luscious sauce for grilled meats and warm flatbreads, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes. Refrigerate to let the flavors marry and enjoy this refreshing Middle Eastern-inspired addition to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Yogurt (plain, full-fat)
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced or grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the yogurt and mayonnaise. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the minced garlic, dill, mint, and cilantro to the bowl. Stir well to evenly distribute the herbs.
Pour in the freshly squeezed lemon juice, and stir again to incorporate.
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.
If the dressing is too thick for your preference, add water one tablespoon at a time, stirring until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, lemon juice, or herbs if desired.
Transfer the Afghan dressing to a serving bowl or jar. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats and flatbreads. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 1364 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 309 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 445 mg | 9% | |
*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.
