Vegetarian Everyday Dipping Sauce
Elevate your snack game with this versatile Vegetarian Everyday Dipping Sauce, a 10-minute recipe that's as creamy as it is flavorful! Made with a base of tangy Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt, this dipping sauce is brightened by freshly squeezed lemon juice, a hint of garlic, and a drizzle of olive oil. Fresh parsley, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey (or maple syrup for a vegan twist) bring depth and balance, while ground cumin adds a subtle earthy note. Perfectly customizable, it can be thinned with water for your ideal consistency. Whether you're dipping crisp veggies, crunchy crackers, or savory snacks, this light yet luscious sauce is an effortless go-to for healthier snacking or entertaining. Plus, it can be made vegan, making it a crowd-pleaser for all dietary preferences!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 clove Garlic (finely minced or grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
- 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning consistency)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt), freshly squeezed lemon juice, and olive oil.
Finely mince or grate the garlic clove and add it to the bowl along with the chopped parsley.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option), ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Mix all ingredients together thoroughly until smooth and well-combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
If the sauce is too thick for your preference, gradually add up to 1 tablespoon of water to thin it to your desired consistency.
Transfer the dipping sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately with fresh vegetables, crackers, or your favorite dippable snacks. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.7 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 809 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.7 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.1 g | ||
| Protein | 28.0 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 523 mg | 11% | |
*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.
