Yogurt Hollandaise Sauce
Elevate your culinary creations with this creamy and light Yogurt Hollandaise Sauce—a healthier twist on the classic French favorite. Made with rich Plain Greek yogurt, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this luscious sauce achieves its velvety texture by using a gentle double boiler technique. The addition of egg yolks, a touch of butter, and optional cayenne pepper creates a perfectly balanced blend of tangy, buttery, and slightly spicy flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is a versatile topping for eggs Benedict, steamed vegetables, or delicate fish dishes. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this yogurt-based hollandaise brings indulgence to your table without the guilt.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 1.5 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
In a heatproof bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, egg yolks, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt. Whisk until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Place the bowl over a pot of simmering water, ensuring that the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. This creates a double boiler setup to gently cook the sauce.
Whisk the mixture continuously while it gently cooks. Make sure to scrape the sides and bottom of the bowl to prevent the eggs from curdling.
Once the mixture begins to thicken (about 5–7 minutes), add the butter one tablespoon at a time. Allow each tablespoon of butter to melt completely before adding the next.
Continue to whisk until the sauce is smooth, glossy, and reaches your desired consistency. If the sauce becomes too thick, you can thin it out with a teaspoon of warm water or more lemon juice, depending on your preference.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or a pinch of cayenne pepper if desired.
Remove the bowl from heat and transfer the sauce to a serving dish. Serve warm over eggs, vegetables, or fish for a delicious and light accompaniment.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.8 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.2 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 486 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 811 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 12.6 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 419 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.
