Afghan Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with the vibrant and tangy Afghan Salad Dressing, a luscious blend of simple yet bold flavors inspired by Afghan cuisine. This quick and easy dressing combines creamy plain yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and smooth olive oil, perfectly balanced with aromatic minced garlic, fresh cilantro, and a hint of earthy ground cumin. Seasoned with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, this versatile dressing comes together in just 10 minutes and pairs flawlessly with crisp salads, roasted vegetables, or as a marinade for grilled meats. Refrigerate briefly to let the flavors meld, and enjoy a refreshing twist that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for fans of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors, this homemade dressing will be your new go-to for meal prep and casual dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, finely minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
Add the finely minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until the dressing has a uniform consistency and the herbs and spices are evenly distributed.
Taste the dressing and adjust the salt or lemon juice, if needed, according to your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a mason jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled over a fresh Afghan-style salad or use as a dip or marinade for meats and vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.5 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 15 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 2502 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 13.7 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 484 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 687 mg | 15% | |
*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.
