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Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce Recipe


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  • Author: Diane
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 to 6
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This creamy lemon dill sauce is a versatile and flavorful condiment perfect for enhancing grilled and roasted vegetables, salads, steamed artichokes, and more. Made with plain whole milk yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and fresh dill, it offers a tangy and herby taste that complements a variety of dishes. Easy to prepare and quick to chill, this sauce keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, making it a convenient addition to your meal prep.


Ingredients

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup plain whole milk yogurt
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill


Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a small bowl, stir together the plain whole milk yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, grated garlic clove, onion powder, and chopped fresh dill until well combined and smooth.
  2. Chill Sauce: Cover the bowl and place the sauce in the refrigerator to chill until ready to use. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and intensify.
  3. Serve: Use the lemon dill sauce as a delicious accompaniment to roasted asparagus, grilled vegetables, steamed artichokes, salads, or other dishes as desired.

Notes

  • Store the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • For a tangier flavor, increase the amount of fresh lemon juice slightly.
  • Fresh dill is preferred for best flavor, but dried dill can be substituted—use about 1 teaspoon if using dried.
  • Adjust garlic quantity according to your preference for pungency.
  • This sauce can be doubled or tripled for larger servings.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauce
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American