Description
This Creamy Lemon Greek Yogurt Dressing is a quick and easy sauce packed with zesty lemon flavor, fresh thyme, and a creamy texture from Greek yogurt. Perfect for salads, grilled vegetables, or as a dip, this healthy dressing comes together in just minutes, requiring no cooking and minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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Dressing Ingredients
- â…” cup plain Greek yogurt
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced or grated
- Leaves from 3 sprigs of fresh thyme, roughly chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ÂĽ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl or a large glass jar, add the Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper.
- Whisk Until Smooth: Whisk all ingredients together until the dressing is creamy and well combined, ensuring there are no lumps and the flavors are fully blended.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired to balance the flavors to your liking.
- Store & Serve: Transfer the dressing to a sealed container or jar and refrigerate until ready to serve. It keeps well for up to 3-4 days. Stir or shake well before using.
Notes
- For a thinner dressing, add a teaspoon or two of water or additional lemon juice.
- This dressing pairs beautifully with green salads, grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh veggies.
- Use fresh thyme for the best flavor, but dried thyme works in a pinch.
- Make sure to use plain Greek yogurt to keep the dressing creamy and tangy.
- Store leftover dressing in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
