Sweet Lemon Yogurt Sauce
Brighten up your dishes with this Sweet Lemon Yogurt Sauce, a luscious blend of creamy Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and vibrant lemon zest, sweetened naturally with honey and enhanced by a hint of vanilla. This quick and easy sauce takes just 10 minutes to prepare and delivers the perfect balance of tangy citrus and rich sweetness, all tied together with a pinch of salt to elevate the flavors. Ideal as a topping for pancakes, waffles, fruit platters, or even grilled meats, this versatile condiment is a must-have for any kitchen. Make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to three days, ready to add a refreshing twist to your favorite dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of plain Greek yogurt.
Stir in 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice and 1 teaspoon of lemon zest for a vibrant citrus flavor.
Add 2 tablespoons of honey to naturally sweeten the sauce.
Mix in 0.5 teaspoon of vanilla extract to enhance the sweetness and aroma.
Add a small pinch of salt to balance the flavors.
Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the sauce and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey or lemon juice if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.8 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 226 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.3 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.2 g | ||
| Protein | 24.7 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 409 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.
