Low Fat Creamy Herb Sauce
Elevate your meals with this Low Fat Creamy Herb Sauce—a zesty, guilt-free alternative that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables. Packed with fresh parsley, dill, and chives, this light yet flavorful sauce gets its creamy texture from low-fat Greek yogurt and a touch of low-fat milk, making it a healthier choice compared to traditional heavy sauces. Brightened with a splash of lemon juice and a hint of garlic, this quick-to-prepare recipe takes just 10 minutes and thrives on vibrant, herbaceous notes. Whether drizzled over your favorite dishes or used as a delicious dip, this chilled sauce is sure to delight while keeping your meals light and refreshing. Perfect for clean recipes, low-fat sauces, and easy herb-infused options!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons low-fat milk
Instructions
Finely chop the fresh parsley, dill, and chives.
Mince the garlic clove.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and low-fat milk, stirring until smooth.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, chives, and minced garlic to the yogurt and milk mixture.
Squeeze in the fresh lemon juice and mix well.
Season with salt and black pepper, and stir until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a topping for grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables. Stir well before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
219 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.7 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 1296 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 16.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 26.7 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 379 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 620 mg | 13% | |
*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.
