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Thick sauce with yogurt and garlic

2 servings

60 minutes

Thick sauce with yogurt and garlic is the quintessence of Greek cuisine, combining simplicity and rich flavor. Its roots trace back to the Mediterranean, where fresh herbs and dairy products play a central role in cooking. The delicate texture of yogurt harmonizes with the spiciness of garlic, the refreshing acidity of lemon, and aromatic notes of oregano. This sauce pairs perfectly with meat, vegetables, or bread, giving them a rich and refreshing taste. It is especially popular with roasted meat and pita, creating a traditional Greek aroma. The herbs add freshness while olive oil deepens the flavor. This sauce embodies homey comfort and Mediterranean delight, perfectly complementing any dish.

Thick sauce with yogurt and garlic
Energy value per serving
Calories
284.2kcal
Proteins
6.9grams
Fats
22.7grams
Carbohydrates
13.1grams
Ingredients
2servings
Garlic
3 
clove
Lemon juice
1.5 
tbsp
Lemon zest
0.5 
tsp
Olive oil
2 
tbsp
Fresh herbs
1 
bunch
Salt
 
to taste
Cooking steps
  • 1

    Chop the garlic very finely.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 3 cloves
  • 2

    Pour lemon juice over it and let it marinate for 5 minutes.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Lemon juice: 1.5 tablespoon
  • 3

    Then mix garlic with yogurt, lemon zest, olive oil, and a large handful of finely chopped herbs (any).

    Required ingredients:
    1. Garlic: 3 cloves
    2. Fat-free natural yoghurt: 240 g
    3. Lemon zest: 0.5 teaspoon
    4. Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
    5. Fresh herbs: 1 bunch
  • 4

    Add oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.

    Required ingredients:
    1. Dried oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
    2. Ground black pepper:  to taste
    3. Salt:  to taste