Healthy Cucumber Sauce for Seafood
Elevate your seafood dishes with this light and refreshing Healthy Cucumber Sauce, a perfect pairing for grilled, baked, or fried seafood. Made with crisp grated cucumber, creamy plain Greek yogurt, a hint of garlic, and the vibrant freshness of dill, this simple no-cook recipe is a guilt-free way to add flavor without unnecessary calories. A splash of zesty lemon juice and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil bring the components together, creating a luxuriously smooth texture and tangy finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile sauce can double as a dipping companion or a luscious drizzle for your favorite fish or shellfish. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s a must-try for those seeking a healthy, flavorful condiment for their seafood feasts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess liquid.
In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber and plain Greek yogurt.
Finely mince the garlic clove and add it to the bowl.
Chop the fresh dill finely and stir it into the mixture.
Add the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve cold as a dipping sauce or drizzle over cooked seafood for a healthy and delicious meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
369 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1274 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 995 mg | 21% | |
*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.
