Mediterranean Diet Creamy Dill Dressing
Elevate your salads and veggie platters with the irresistible freshness of Mediterranean Diet Creamy Dill Dressing. This tangy and herbaceous dressing combines protein-packed Greek yogurt, vibrant extra virgin olive oil, and the zesty burst of fresh lemon juice and red wine vinegar for a luscious base. The star of the recipe—fragrant fresh dill—adds a delightful pop of flavor, while minced garlic and a subtle touch of honey balance it all out. Ready in just 10 minutes, this nutrient-rich dressing is a perfect way to embrace Mediterranean-inspired eating. Serve it chilled to unlock its full potential as a creamy salad topper or versatile dip, and enjoy its light, wholesome goodness at any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 medium garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the dill. Rinse it under cold water, pat it dry with a paper towel, and finely chop to measure 2 tablespoons.
Peel and mince the medium garlic clove.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and red wine vinegar using a whisk.
Add the chopped dill, minced garlic, honey, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Whisk all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to meet your preference.
Transfer the creamy dill dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Shake or stir the dressing before serving and enjoy it over salads or as a refreshing dip for vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
459 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.8 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1250 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.4 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 441 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.
