Sesame Yogurt Sauce Recipe
🕒 Prep Time: 3 minutes
🕒 Cook Time: 2 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 5 minutes
🥄 Servings: 1 cup
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Middle East with this quick and easy Sesame Yogurt Sauce. Perfect for dipping veggies, dressing salads, or accompanying grilled meats, this sauce adds a creamy, tangy twist to any dish. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply elevating your everyday meals, this sauce is sure to impress!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 cup plain nonfat yogurt
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Toast Sesame Seeds: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add sesame seeds and toast until golden brown and fragrant, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool. |
| 2 | Prepare Yogurt Mixture: In a small bowl, combine yogurt, minced garlic, and toasted sesame seeds. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients evenly. |
| 3 | Season to Taste: Season the sauce with salt and pepper to your preference. Stir again to ensure all flavors are well combined. |
| 4 | Serve or Store: Use immediately as a dip, dressing, or sauce, or refrigerate in an airtight container for later use. Enjoy the creamy goodness of this Sesame Yogurt Sauce with your favorite dishes! |
Nutrition Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 193.2
- Total Fat: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat: 0.9g
- Cholesterol: 4.9mg
- Sodium: 190.2mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 21.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 18.9g
- Protein: 15.8g
Recipe Notes:
- This Sesame Yogurt Sauce is versatile and pairs well with a variety of dishes, including grilled vegetables, kebabs, falafel, or as a dressing for salads.
- For added flavor, you can customize this sauce by incorporating fresh herbs such as parsley, cilantro, or dill.
- Make sure to use plain nonfat yogurt for the base of this sauce to achieve the perfect creamy consistency.
- Adjust the amount of garlic according to your taste preference. If you love garlic, feel free to add an extra clove for a more pronounced flavor.
- Store any leftover sauce in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Simply give it a good stir before using it again.
- Experiment with different seasonings such as cumin, paprika, or lemon juice to create your own unique variations of this delicious sauce.
