Yogurt Tomato Sauce for Gyros
Elevate your gyro night with this creamy, flavorful Yogurt Tomato Sauce, a perfect balance of tangy, savory, and slightly sweet notes. Made with rich Greek yogurt, vibrant tomato paste, and a hint of honey, this sauce is seasoned with garlic, zesty lemon juice, earthy cumin, and aromatic oregano for a Mediterranean-inspired touch. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile sauce is not only ideal for drizzling over gyros but also doubles as a dip for warm pita or a topping for grilled meats. Its smooth, luscious texture is easily customizable to your preferred consistency, making it a must-try addition to your homemade Greek favorites. Enjoy bold, fresh flavors with minimal effort!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and tomato paste. Stir until smooth and well blended.
Finely mince the garlic or use a garlic press, then add it to the bowl.
Stir in the olive oil, lemon juice, and honey, ensuring the mixture is smooth and the honey is fully dissolved.
Add the dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to the mixture and stir well.
Gradually mix in the water, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. It should be smooth and slightly pourable.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
Cover and refrigerate the sauce for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the yogurt tomato sauce drizzled over gyros, grilled meats, or as a dip for pita bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 693 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 17.9 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 210 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 628 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.
