High Protein Greek Yogurt Sauce
Elevate your meals with this High Protein Greek Yogurt Sauce—a creamy, tangy, and herbaceous addition that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Packed with the protein power of non-fat Greek yogurt, this sauce is brightened by fresh lemon juice, aromatic dill and parsley, and a hint of sweetness from honey. Minced garlic, a drizzle of olive oil, and a dash of salt and pepper round out the flavor profile, making it versatile enough to use as a healthy dip, salad dressing, or accompaniment to grilled meats and veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make sauce is perfect for meal preppers, health enthusiasts, or anyone looking to add a fresh, high-protein element to their dishes. Serve it chilled and let the vibrant flavors shine!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Honey
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of non-fat Greek yogurt.
Pour in 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Finely chop 1 tablespoon each of fresh dill and fresh parsley, and add them to the bowl.
Mince one garlic clove and add it to the yogurt mixture.
Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the bowl.
Season the mixture with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of honey to balance the flavors.
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to develop.
Serve chilled as a dressing, dip, or sauce accompaniment with your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1269 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.2 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 227 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 432 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.
