Greek Sauce for Naked Vegetables
Elevate your vegetable game with this creamy, herbaceous Greek Sauce for Naked Vegetables! Made with tangy Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this versatile sauce is packed with fresh dill, parsley, and a hint of garlic for a flavor explosion. Enhance the Mediterranean vibe with optional crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of creaminess. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make dip is perfect for pairing with steamed, roasted, or raw veggies and even doubles as a delicious spread for pita or a tangy salad dressing. Ideal for those craving a light yet flavor-packed addition to their healthy meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or 2%)
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced or grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Oregano (dried)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2 tablespoons Crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, olive oil, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the minced or grated garlic to the bowl and stir well to incorporate.
Fold in the chopped fresh dill, parsley, and dried oregano. Mix until evenly distributed.
Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
If desired, fold in the crumbled feta cheese for an extra layer of creaminess and flavor.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the sauce chilled or at room temperature alongside steamed, roasted, or raw vegetables. It also pairs well with pita bread or as a dip for crudités.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
535 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 51 mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 1605 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 21.2 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 426 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 392 mg | 8% | |
*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.
