5 Minute Dill and Lemon Yogurt Sauce
Updated Mar 03, 2025, Published on Apr 16, 2023
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Elevate your meal with this quick and easy Dill and Lemon Greek Yogurt Sauce that's ready in just 5 minutes! It's creamy, tangy, and perfect as a dip, dressing, or accompaniment to various dishes.
Dill and Lemon Yogurt Sauce Ingredients and Substitutions
See the full list of ingredients with exact quantities on the recipe card below.
To make this sauce, you'll just need a few simple ingredients that you may already have in your fridge/pantry.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: I used a higher fat yogurt for a little bit creamier and richer sauce, but a non-fat version would work great as well.
- Lemon Juice + Lemon Zest: I use my Microplane Grater to make zesting the lemon really easy. Make sure to grate your lemon before you squeeze the juice!
- Garlic: I like using my Microplane Grater to grate the garlic into a paste. This will prevent big chunks of garlic in your sauce. You could also very finely mince the garlic if you don't have a Microplane.
- Fresh Dill - the fresh dill adds an amazing bright and herbaceous element to this sauce.
Variations
- Herb Yogurt Sauce: Substitute or add other fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, or mint for a different flavor profile.
- Spicy Yogurt Sauce: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce to introduce some heat.
- Cucumber Dill Yogurt Sauce: Incorporate finely chopped cucumber to create a refreshing twist, similar to tzatziki.
Recipe Instructions
See full list of instructions on the recipe card below.
As the title suggests, this recipe is QUICK and EASY.
Stir all of the ingredients together in a bowl until well combined. Taste and adjust the ingredients as needed to your liking. If you prefer a more lemony taste, add more zest or juice. If you like a stronger garlic flavor, add more grated garlic. You can also adjust the salt to your preference.
This Dill and Lemon Yogurt Sauce is ready to serve right away, or you can cover and chill it in the fridge for about 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together even more. It's a versatile sauce that pairs well with vegetables, protein, chips, crackers, etc.
Serving Suggestions
This versatile lemon dill yogurt sauce pairs wonderfully with a variety of dishes:
- As a dip: Serve with fresh vegetables like carrots, celery, or cucumber slices. It's also excellent with pita bread or chips.
- As a dressing: Drizzle over salads for a creamy and tangy flavor.
- With proteins: Use as a sauce for grilled or baked fish, chicken, or lamb. Its fresh flavors complement Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines.
- With roasted vegetables: Enhance the taste of roasted or steamed vegetables by adding a dollop of this sauce.
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Dill and Lemon Yogurt Sauce
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt, full-fat or 2% for creamier texture
- 1.5 tablespoon Lemon Zest, adjust to taste
- 3 tablespoon Lemon Juice, adjust to taste
- 2 cloves Garlic, grated
- 2 tablespoon Fresh Dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt, adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl. Stir well to combine until smooth. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning or ingredients as needed, adding more lemon, dill, or salt to suit your preference.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together for even more flavor.
Video
@carolbeecooks Dill & Lemon Yogurt Sauce 🍋 I served this with lemon herbed couscous, broccolini, and crispy salmon 1/2 cup plain greek yogurt 1 tbsp lemon zest 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 clove grated garlic 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill 1/2 tsp salt #yogurt #yogurtsauce #lemon #easyrecipe
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Nutrition
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