Garlic Yogurt Creamy Dip (Printable)

Tangy, creamy blend of garlic, herbs, and yogurt ideal for dips and sauces.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

02 - 2 to 3 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed

03 - 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, finely chopped

05 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste

07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

01 - In a medium bowl, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until smooth.

02 - Fold in the chopped fresh parsley or dill evenly throughout the mixture.

03 - Taste and modify salt and pepper values as preferred for balanced flavor.

04 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend, though this step is optional.

05 - Present chilled alongside raw vegetables, pita chips, or as an accompaniment to grilled meats.

01 -

It's ready in minutes but tastes like you actually spent time in the kitchen.
That tangy, garlicky punch somehow makes everything taste better, from raw veggies to leftover grilled chicken.
People always ask for the recipe, which feels like a small victory.

02 -

Don't skip the refrigeration step, even though it's tempting; the cold mellows the raw garlic bite and lets flavors actually integrate instead of just sitting next to each other.
If you accidentally use jarred minced garlic, it will taste noticeably harsher and more chemical, so really do take the thirty seconds to mince fresh garlic yourself.

03 -

A garlic press or fine microplane grater creates a smoother texture than a knife because the garlic releases more of its liquid as it breaks down.
Taste constantly as you season because yogurt's tanginess can mask salt, and you want the finished dip to taste alive and bright, never flat or muted.