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Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing Recipe

This healthy Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing recipe is creamy, flavorful, easy to make, and tastes better than any store bought dressing. Ready in 5 minutes, it is delicious when drizzled on salads, roasted vegetables, and even on grilled meat.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 394 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 4 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper or white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh dill* chopped or (1 teaspoon dried dill), optional
  • 2 tablespoons water optional

Instructions

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  1. Whisk together Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl.
  2. While whisking constantly, drizzle in the olive oil and mix until the mixture is thoroughly emulsified.
  3. If it is too thick to your liking, you can use a few tablespoons of water to thin it out.
  4. Mix in the fresh dill, if using.
  5. Drizzle onto your favorite salads, roasted vegetables, grain bowls, sandwiches, and more.

Notes

  • This recipe yields one cup of Greek yogurt dressing. The nutritional values below are for the whole dressing.
  • While I highly recommend using plain full fat Greek yogurt, if you want, you can use plain yogurt or low-fat or non-fat yogurt (for fewer calories) as well. These substitutions would make it less creamy, but it would still taste good.
  • Not a fan of dill? Use fresh parsley, basil, chives or mint instead. Or, you can omit using herbs altogether.
  • While it is not traditional, you can whisk in
  • a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to add some depth and complexity to the dressing and a richer and creamier texture.
  • If you prefer your dressing to have a sweet and savory flavor contrast, you can add in a small amount of (1 teaspoon or less)  maple syrup, agave nectar, or honey. 
  • Make a batch, place it in a mason jar, cover it with the lid, and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. Be sure to shake before using.
  • You can store the remaining yogurt sauce in a jar (or an airtight container), put the lid on, and place it in the fridge. It should be fresh for up to 5 days. If it begins to separate or appear watery as it sits, simply give it a good shake or blend in a few tablespoons of plain yogurt to restore its creamy consistency.
  • Yields: This recipe yields one cup of Greek yogurt dressing. The nutritional values below are for the whole dressing.
  • Yogurt: While I highly recommend using plain full fat Greek yogurt, if you want, you can use plain yogurt or low-fat or non-fat yogurt (for fewer calories) as well. These substitutions would make it less creamy, but it would still taste good.
  • Fresh Herbs: Not a fan of dill? Use fresh parsley, basil, chives or mint instead. Or, you can omit using herbs altogether.
  • Dijon Mustard - Optional: While it is not traditional, you can whisk in a teaspoon of Dijon mustard to add some depth and complexity to the dressing and a richer and creamier texture.
  • Sweetener - Optional: If you prefer your dressing to have a sweet and savory flavor contrast, you can add in a small amount of (1 teaspoon or less)  maple syrup, agave nectar, or honey. 
  • Make ahead: Make a batch, place it in a mason jar, cover it with the lid, and store it in the fridge for up to 5 days. Be sure to shake before using.
  • Storing leftovers: You can store the remaining yogurt sauce in a jar (or an airtight container), put the lid on, and place it in the fridge. It should be fresh for up to 5 days. If it begins to separate or appear watery as it sits, simply give it a good shake or blend in a few tablespoons of plain yogurt to restore its creamy consistency.

Nutrition Information

Calories 394kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 29g (45%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Sodium 2407mg (100%) Potassium 431mg (12%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 907IU (18%) Vitamin C 35mg (39%) Calcium 255mg (26%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1cup

Amount Per Serving

Calories 394

% Daily Value*

Calories 394kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 29g 45%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Sodium 2407mg 100%
Potassium 431mg 9%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 907IU 18%
Vitamin C 35mg 39%
Calcium 255mg 26%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.