Greek Yogurt Herb Dip (Print)

Tangy Greek yogurt blended with fresh herbs. Perfect for dipping vegetables, chips, or spreading on sandwiches.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups plain Greek yogurt, whole or low-fat

→ Fresh Herbs

02 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

→ Flavorings

06 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Steps:

01 - Place Greek yogurt in a medium mixing bowl. Add chopped dill, chives, parsley, and mint if using.
02 - Incorporate minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper into the yogurt mixture.
03 - Stir until all ingredients are completely integrated and dip reaches smooth, uniform consistency.
04 - Taste the dip and modify salt or pepper levels according to personal preference.
05 - Cover bowl tightly and refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop fully.
06 - Present chilled with fresh vegetable crudités, pita chips, or use as sandwich spread.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • It works magic as both an elegant appetizer and a midnight snack straight from the container with a single spoon.
  • The bright, garden-fresh flavors make even the plainest vegetables impossible to stop eating.
02 -
  • If you rush and skip the resting time, the flavors remain separated and shallow—that 30-minute wait transforms it from good to unforgettable.
  • Using dried herbs instead of fresh ones completely changes the character—it becomes muddy and flat rather than bright and lively.
03 -
  • If your garlic tastes too sharp or bitter, try grating it on a microplane instead of mincing—it creates a smoother, more mellow garlic flavor that permeates the dip without overpowering.
  • For the creamiest possible texture, drain your yogurt in a cheesecloth-lined strainer for an hour before mixing—this removes excess moisture and creates a luxurious, almost cream cheese-like consistency.
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