Quick Lemon Yogurt Sauce (5 Min.)
This quick and easy Lemon Yogurt Sauce is fresh, protein-packed, and incredibly versatile. Delicious with everything from veggies to grilled meats like my lamb kofta kebabs, this Mediterranean-inspired sauce is a new staple in our house. With just 6 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep, it adds a fresh, citrusy flavor to summer BBQs, lunch wraps, and so much more.
Unlike my garlic-packed homemade tzatziki, this tangy yogurt sauce is a great side for spicy food such as grilled meats, tacos, curries, and chilis – my lamb curry and lamb chili are great examples. The fresh yogurt and lemon flavors can take on some heat and spice, making it a refreshing side for these rich, comforting meals.
I often meal prep a batch for fast lunches – think bowls, wraps, vegetables, and as an easy dip for bread and crackers.
For more easy sauce recipes, check out my Lemon Pesto Sauce, Mint Chimichurri Sauce, and Lemon Dill Dressing.
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Lemon Yogurt Sauce
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp water
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl except the water. Mix until fully combined.1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp fresh parsley, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- Depending on the thickness of the Greek yogurt you want to adjust the consistency of the sauce with water (or milk). Add 1 tbsp at a time and stir in between.3 tbsp water
- Season to taste with extra salt and ground black pepper.
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Ingredients and substitutions
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
- Greek yogurt – Choose plain Greek yogurt or plain yogurt that’s on the liquid side for this sauce to avoid watering it down too much to achieve the desired consistency. You can easily adjust the consistency when making Greek yogurt in the Instant Pot by straining it less.
- Lemon – Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest are best. Make sure to thoroughly wash the lemon before zesting it.
- Olive oil – Extra-virgin olive oil adds some richness and flavor to the sauce but you can substitute it with extra water to make a lighter version.
- Parsley – Fresh parsley works best but you can use dried if needed. Fresh chives or mint make great additions or substitutions for a simple yogurt sauce.
- Seasoning – Salt and freshly ground black pepper is all you need. You can add some chili to add some heat if you like.
How to make lemon yogurt sauce
See the recipe card for full information on the method.
Add all ingredients to a small bowl.
Stir to combine and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Recipe tips
Adjust consistency: Depending on the consistency of the sauce you’re after, make it runnier by adding 1 tbsp of water or milk at the time.
Season to taste: Add more salt and/or pepper if you prefer a more seasoned sauce.
