Greek Yogurt Herb Blend (Print Version)

Creamy Greek yogurt combined with fresh herbs delivers a tangy and flavorful blend.

# Components:

→ 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 freshly squeezed lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
09 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
10 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend the Greek yogurt with dill, chives, parsley, and mint if using.
02 - Add the minced garlic, lemon juice, lemon zest, kosher salt, and black pepper to the herb mixture.
03 - Whisk all components until the mixture is smooth and uniformly combined.
04 - Taste and modify salt or pepper as desired for balance.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow herbs and seasonings to meld.
06 - Present cold alongside fresh vegetables, pita chips, or as a sandwich spread.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under ten minutes with ingredients you probably already have on hand.
  • The tanginess of Greek yogurt plays so beautifully against fresh herbs that you'll find yourself eating it straight from the bowl with a spoon.
02 -
  • Don't skip the resting time in the fridge, even though you'll be tempted to eat it immediately because the flavors genuinely need those minutes to meld and soften into something rounder and more refined.
  • Fresh herbs make an enormous difference, so if you're using dried or frozen, cut the amounts in half because they're concentrated in a way that fresh herbs aren't.
03 -
  • Squeeze your lemon juice fresh right before mixing because bottled lemon juice tastes flat by comparison and won't give you that brightness you're after.
  • If you're making this for a crowd and don't know everyone's preferences, leave the mint out since it's the most divisive herb, then let people ask for it if they want that direction.
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