Yogurt Mint and Golden Raisin Dressing
Elevate your salads, roasted vegetables, or grain bowls with this vibrant Yogurt Mint and Golden Raisin Dressing—a creamy, tangy, and slightly sweet delight that's as versatile as it is flavorful. Made with rich Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, fresh mint, and the natural sweetness of golden raisins, this dressing strikes the perfect balance of refreshing and indulgent. A touch of honey and garlic adds depth, while olive oil brings a luxurious silkiness to the mix. Whether blended until smooth or kept slightly chunky, this 10-minute dressing is quick to prepare and can be easily adjusted to your preferred consistency. Perfect for brightening up summer dishes or adding a fresh twist to everyday meals, this recipe is a must-try for any home cook.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons golden raisins
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 small garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a small bowl, add the golden raisins and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 5 minutes to soften.
While the raisins are soaking, finely chop the fresh mint leaves and mince the garlic clove.
Drain the soaked raisins and pat them dry with a kitchen towel or paper towel.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil.
Add the softened raisins, chopped mint, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the yogurt mixture. Stir well to combine.
For a smoother consistency, use an immersion blender or food processor to blend the mixture until creamy. You can also leave it slightly chunky if preferred.
If the dressing is too thick for your liking, gradually add water (1 tablespoon at a time) and mix until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.9 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1273 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 622 mg | 13% | |
*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.
