Ever get to the end of your yogurt container and wonder what you should do with the last bits on the sides? Well, you’re in luck because we have just the solution for you! Here is an easy yogurt salad dressing recipe using leftover yogurt in the container. You can use this to top salads, roasted vegetables, sandwiches, grain bowls, and anything else your heart desires. The best part about this recipe is that it is completely customizable. Add your favorite herbs, spices, flavorings to create your perfect yogurt dressing today!
Yogurt Salad Dressing
INGREDIENTS
- Leftover greek yogurt in the container (about ¼ cup)
- ½ clove fresh garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 pinch of black pepper or white pepper
- ½ tbsp olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill (optional)
- ½ tbsp water (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper to the yogurt container.
- Add olive oil and mix until thoroughly emulsified.
- If it is too thick for your liking, you can use ½ tablespoon of water to thin it out.
- Mix in the dried dill, if using.
Source: Recipe adapted from Foolproof Living Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing
About Rachel:
Hi I’m Rachel, a nutrition intern at Project Open Hand. I’m a student in the Master’s of Nutritional Science and Dietetics program at U.C. Berkeley. My goal is to become a registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) and I plan to obtain my RDN credential after I graduate.
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