Are you ready for a flavor explosion? This Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing will add zip and punch and all kinds of amazing flavor to your salads and wraps.
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This Greek yogurt salad dressing is one that I can get really excited about. I make a big batch at the start of the week and enjoy it on salads, fish tacos, and wraps over several days.
I’ve tried it in lots of ways, but I really like it as a dressing for chick peas. So so good!
If you’ve been looking for a new dressing to top your meal prep salads or even want to quit the restaurants and enjoy a homemade Cava yogurt dill dressing copycat, then today is the day to try this recipe.
Why Make This Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing
It’s easy to make. There are just a handful of ingredients in this Greek yogurt salad dressing, mostly from the spice cupboard, so it’s easy to whip up quickly.
It’s so tasty! This yogurt dressing is delicious on salads, but also with veggie dippers. It’s an easy addition to an Easter Veggie Tray or New Year’s Appetizers spread.
It’s got protein. As you know protein is having a moment. Featuring Greek yogurt, a great budget protein, this dressing is nutritious and delicious. Go figure!
It’s a good vehicle for veggies. You know how some people don’t like veggies without a dip? This is a great option to offer. Having a yummy dip or dressing is a great way for my family to enjoy more vegetables than we normally would.
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make this delicious Greek yogurt dressing:
plain Greek yogurt – this is readily available in large tubs to get your price point down. The higher the fat content, the richer the dressing’s flavor. Plain yogurt has so many uses; it’s a great budget staple to keep on hand.
lemon juice – If you can, use fresh lemon juice. Otherwise, bottled is fine. You can even use lime juice if you’re in a pinch.
fresh garlic – Fresh garlic brings a little zip to this tasty dressing. You can use garlic powder if that’s all you have, but I recommend fresh if you can swing it.
fresh or dried dill – Both fresh or dried dill will work in this Greek yogurt dressing. Remember you’ll use less of it if you use a dried herb. You can also you a different herb if you like, like cilantro or basil.
spices – I like the warmth that ground cumin and ground cayenne pepper bring to the dressing.
olive oil – Olive oil brings another layer of flavor to this yummy dressing.
Step-by-Step Instructions
It’s so easy to prep this yogurt dressing!
- In a small mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, cumin, and cayenne.
- Whisk in the olive oil. Taste and adjust seasonings.
- Chill until ready to serve.
That’s all there is to it!
Serving Suggestions
This recipe for yogurt-dill dressing was actually born out of our desire to treat friends to Fish Tacos. I wanted to have the white sauce that I’ve enjoyed when we’ve eaten fish tacos at restaurants. This is a perfect crema!
Serve it on salads, wraps, or bowls. It’s also good as part of a Vegetable Tray. You can also serve it as a substitute for Garlic Yogurt Sauce (Tzatziki).
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Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing
This flavorful Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing is perfect as a salad topping or a crema for fish tacos. It comes together quickly and easily.
Servings: 8
Calories: 91kcal
Cost: $3
Ingredients
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- ⅓ cup olive oil
Instructions
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In a small mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, dill, cumin, and cayenne.
½ cup plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, 1 teaspoon dried dill, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
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Whisk in the olive oil. Taste and adjust seasonings.
⅓ cup olive oil
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Chill until ready to serve.
Notes
Nutritional values are approximate and based on 2 tablespoons of dressing.
Nutrition
Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.2mg
This post was originally published on January 14, 2010. It has been updated for content and clarity.
