Discover the delight of crafting your own creamy garlic sauce with yogurt right at home. This recipe offers a harmonious blend of Greek yogurt’s tanginess and the bold essence of garlic, creating a versatile condiment that elevates any meal with its irresistible flavor profile. Whether you’re dipping crispy vegetables, spreading it on warm pita bread, or drizzling it over grilled meats, this sauce adds a layer of indulgence to your dining experience. With minimal effort and a handful of pantry staples, let’slearn how to create this creamy, garlicky goodness!
Homemade Garlic Sauce
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley optional
Instructions
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Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
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Blend until Smooth: Blend the ingredients until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor occasionally to ensure all the ingredients are well incorporated.
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Taste and Adjust: Taste the garlic sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.
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Add Fresh Herbs (Optional): If desired, stir in the chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and freshness.
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Chill (Optional): If you have time, you can chill the garlic sauce in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Chilling will allow the flavors to meld together even more.
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Serve: Transfer the garlic sauce to a serving bowl. You can serve it immediately as a dip for vegetables, chips, or pita bread, or use it as a sauce for grilled meats, kebabs, or falafel.
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Storage: Any leftover garlic sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
