Fresh Yogurt Sauce for Grilled Meat or Fish
Elevate your grilled meat or fish with this tangy and herbaceous Fresh Yogurt Sauce, a quick and easy recipe that’s bursting with fresh flavors. Made with creamy plain Greek yogurt, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and the richness of extra-virgin olive oil, this sauce is perfectly balanced by aromatic herbs like dill, parsley, and chives. A hint of garlic and a touch of honey add depth and subtle sweetness, while salt and black pepper round out the flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes and requiring no cooking, this versatile sauce can be drizzled over your favorite grilled proteins, served as a refreshing dip, or paired with roasted vegetables. Light, vibrant, and healthy, it’s the ultimate accompaniment for summer BBQs, family dinners, or meal-prepped lunches.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Add the chopped dill, parsley, and chives to the bowl. Stir gently to incorporate the fresh herbs evenly.
Stir in the minced garlic and honey. Mix until well blended.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasonings to taste if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container.
Chill the sauce in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the yogurt sauce cold or at room temperature. Drizzle over grilled meat, fish, or vegetables, or use as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
333 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.9 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1266 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.9 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 425 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.
