Refreshing Mint Yogurt
Transform your meals with the irresistible charm of Refreshing Mint Yogurt, a quick, versatile recipe that takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Featuring creamy plain yogurt infused with finely chopped fresh mint leaves, a splash of zesty lemon juice, and a pinch of aromatic cumin powder, this dish is a harmonious balance of tangy, savory, and herbal flavors. Perfectly seasoned with a touch of black pepper and salt, this chilled mint yogurt makes an excellent dip for pita bread, a cooling side for spicy dishes, or a vibrant sauce for grilled meats. Easy to make and packed with refreshing ingredients, it's the ultimate accompaniment that brings a burst of flavor to any meal! Keywords: refreshing mint yogurt, easy yogurt dip, mint-flavored side dish, yogurt sauce recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g plain yogurt
- 30 g fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp cumin powder
Instructions
Chop the fresh mint leaves finely. You can stack them together and slice thinly for best results.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt and chopped mint leaves.
Add the lemon juice to the yogurt and mint mixture.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and cumin powder.
Stir all the ingredients together well until fully combined, ensuring the mint is well distributed throughout the yogurt.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Serve the mint yogurt as a dip, sauce, or side dish. It's perfect with grilled meats, pita bread, or as a part of any spicy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
343 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.3 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1534 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.5 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.0 mcg | 30% | |
| Calcium | 1014 mg | 78% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1406 mg | 30% | |
*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.
