Description

A vibrant, creamy dip made with thick Greek yogurt and a refreshing blend of fresh herbs. This flavorful appetizer, inspired by DASH diet principles, is a perfect high-protein companion for your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients

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2 teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
2¾ cups plain nonfat (0% Greek yogurt (about 625 g))
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
2 small garlic cloves (grated or minced to a paste)
Smoked paprika (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare the Aromatics: On your cutting board, finely chop the fresh parsley, mint, and chives. Using a microplane or the finest side of a box grater, grate the garlic cloves into a smooth paste.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In the non-reactive mixing bowl, add the onion powder, garlic powder, fine sea salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Briefly stir them together with a fork.
Create the Base: Add the Greek yogurt and fresh lemon juice to the bowl with the seasonings.
Whisk Until Smooth: Using a whisk, stir the mixture vigorously until the yogurt is completely smooth and uniform in texture, with no remaining lumps.
Fold in the Fresh Elements: Switch to a silicone spatula. Add the chopped parsley, mint, chives, and grated garlic to the yogurt base. Gently fold everything together until the herbs are evenly incorporated.
Chill for Flavor Development: Cover the bowl tightly. Refrigerate for a minimum of 5 hours, or preferably overnight (up to 12 hours). This resting period is essential for the flavors to meld.
Serve and Garnish: Before serving, give the chilled dip a final stir. Transfer to a serving dish and lightly dust the top with a pinch of smoked paprika for color. Serve with assorted raw vegetables (like cucumber, bell peppers, carrots, and celery) or whole-grain crackers.

Notes

Yogurt Choice: Nonfat (0%) Greek yogurt is recommended for this recipe. Avoid using regular (non-Greek) yogurt, as its higher water content will result in a thin consistency.
Herb Variations: This recipe is a fantastic template. Feel free to swap the mint or chives for an equal amount of fresh dill.
Make-Ahead & Storage: This dip tastes even better on the second day. Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

These values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients and preparation.

Nutrition

Calories: 37