Description

This Creamy Lemon Greek Yogurt Dressing is a light, tangy, and smooth dressing made with Greek yogurt and fresh lemon juice. Perfect as a salad dressing, dip, or sandwich spread, it combines healthy fats from olive oil with bright citrus flavors and a hint of garlic and Dijon mustard for depth. Its quick preparation with no cooking required makes it an ideal healthy addition to any meal.

Ingredients

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Dressing Ingredients

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 garlic clove, finely minced or grated
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon fresh dill or parsley, finely chopped (optional)

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Instructions

Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, optional honey, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add Herbs: Stir in the finely chopped fresh dill or parsley if using, to add fresh herbal notes and enhance the flavor.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning or acidity as needed by adding more salt, lemon juice, or a touch of sweetener to balance the flavors.
Serve or Store: Use the dressing immediately or transfer it to a sealed container and refrigerate. It keeps well for up to 5 days. Before each use, shake or stir to recombine any separated ingredients.

Notes

This dressing works great as a dip, salad dressing, or sandwich spread.
For a thinner consistency, add 1 to 2 teaspoons of water or additional lemon juice to loosen the dressing.
Make sure to use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright flavor.
Adjust the garlic and herbs according to personal taste for more pungency or herbaceousness.