Low Fat Lemon Garlic Sauce
Elevate your meals with this creamy yet guilt-free Low Fat Lemon Garlic Sauce, a versatile blend bursting with vibrant citrus and savory flavor. Made with protein-packed low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and zest, this healthy sauce is perfectly balanced with rich garlic notes, a touch of honey for natural sweetness, and a whisper of olive oil for a silky texture. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this simple recipe is perfect as a tangy salad dressing, a zesty dip, or a luscious drizzle over grilled meats, roasted veggies, or grain bowls. It's low fat, refreshing, and irresistibly flavorful—a must-try addition to your kitchen repertoire that’s both nutritious and delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and lemon zest.
Add the minced garlic to the yogurt mixture, stirring well to combine all of the flavors.
Drizzle the olive oil into the mixture while stirring continuously to ensure it's well incorporated.
Stir in the honey ensuring it dissolves evenly throughout the sauce.
Add salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste if desired.
Transfer the lemon garlic sauce to a serving dish or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a topping or drizzle over your favorite dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
345 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.8 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1266 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 418 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.
