Creamy, tangy, and flavorful, this yogurt feta sauce is the ultimate companion for fish, meat, poultry, or any of your favorite finger foods.

It is a versatile dip with a fresh Mediterranean twist to every bite. Fresh lemons are in season, and what better way to use them than to combine them with feta cheese and fresh herbs? If you enjoy creamy yogurt-based sauces, you may also love the tzatziki sauce with Greek yogurt, cucumber, lemon, and garlic that I serve with my zucchini pancakes.

Yogurt feta sauce served in a white bowl surrounded by fresh parsley and lemon with a serving spoon.

Recipe Summary: Yogurt Feta Sauce

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Servings: 4 people
  • Cook Method: Chopped and mixed in a food processor.
  • Flavor & Texture: Creamy, tangy, and flavorful.
  • Difficulty: Super easy.
  • Why this Recipe? Ultimate companion for fish, meat, poultry, or any finger food.
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Adding feta cheese, a pungent fresh cheese, adds a new dimension to this beautiful dipping sauce recipe.

A touch of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cooking is ready in a few pulses of your food processor.

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A Note From Giangi

Ready in 10 minutes: Everything comes together quickly in the food processor.

Fresh and flavorful: Lemon, parsley, chives, garlic, and feta give the sauce plenty of bright Mediterranean flavor.

Extremely versatile: Serve it with lamb, chicken, fish, shrimp, breadsticks, or fresh vegetables.

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Key Ingredients

Ingredients needed to make yogurt feta sauce placed on a cutting board.

Clove of garlic—smashed with sea salt releases all the natural oil and gives an amazing flavor to your sauce.

Sea salt – is my favorite, as it is perfect for breaking down the garlic and enhancing the flavor.

Greek yogurt – thick, will create this fantastic cream when combined with the other ingredients. Do not substitute with other yogurts that are not rich and thick.

Italian flat-leaf parsley is another great flavor builder that balances the garlic and the feta cheese.

Feta cheese: buy the large chunk and crumble it at home. I found the store-bought crumble to be too dry and salty. The cheese is stored in brine. This liquid protects the cheese from exposure to air, which can dry it out and alter its taste. Sour tasty.

Chives – Give that light hint of garlic onion that goes wonderfully with the sauce.

Lemon – the zest and the juice. The juice gives it a soft texture, and the zest intensifies the layer of flavor and works wonders with the garlic and parsley.

Olive oil – to make this sauce velvety. Use light olive oil, as extra virgin is too pungent and alters the flavor.

Variations and Substitutions

Chives are an excellent complement to any food. A mild onion flavor that stands up well and is enhanced by lemon. If you are not used to the intense flavor, add a small amount and add from there.

Greek yogurt: Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the thickest, creamiest texture.

Herbs: Fresh dill or mint can replace some of the parsley or chives.

Consistency: Add a little more olive oil or lemon juice if you prefer a thinner sauce for drizzling.

Feta: Sheep’s milk feta will be sharper, while cow’s milk feta gives you a milder result.

How to Make Yogurt Feta Sauce

Step 1: I start with the garlic, smashing it with the flat side of the knife blade and working it with salt until it forms a paste. This process will allow all the natural oil of the garlic to come out.

Garlic clove mashed with sea salt with the blade of a chef's knife

Step 2: Before adding all the fresh herbs to the food processor, finely chop them. This will enhance the flavor and help prevent too many parsley chunks from being left behind. I have an old food processor, and all my herbs have to be chopped before I use them, so they are more finely incorporated into any dish I prepare.

All chopped herbs with feta and yogurt in a food processor to be blended.

Step 3: Once the above is done, add all the ingredients to your food processor and pulse a few times.

All ingredients well blended on the food processor.

Step 4: All ingredients are mixed in the food processor and ready to be enjoyed.

I made it with extra virgin olive oil and light olive oil, and I prefer the light olive oil. The extra virgin olive oil is too pungent and changes the flavor, which can be overpowering.

Giangi’s Pro Tip

  • Use light olive oil, as the extra virgin is too pungent and changes the flavor.
  • Taste as you go along to make sure you like the thickness. Add more oil if you want it looser.
Creamy yogurt feta sauce served in a white bowl with parsley adn lemon around it.

What dishes pair well with this Yogurt Feta Sauce?

This creamy yogurt-feta sauce pairs beautifully with everything from grilled meats to crispy appetizers. I especially love it spooned over pan-fried lamb chops with a creamy feta yogurt sauce, where the cool yogurt and lemon balance the richness of the meat.

For entertaining, serve it as a dip with crispy cheese and rosemary breadsticks or alongside crispy panko fried shrimp. It is also wonderful with grilled BBQ marinated chicken.

If fish is on the menu, try it alongside a quick grilled tuna steak. And for something simple, serve it with cucumbers, carrots, bell peppers, or any fresh vegetables you have on hand.

Storing

Store: This amazing sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.

I do not recommend freezing it, as the cheese and yogurt will lose all their consistency and flavor.

Yogurt Feta Sauce FAQs

What is yogurt feta sauce made of?

Yogurt feta sauce is made with Greek yogurt, feta cheese, fresh herbs, lemon juice, garlic, and olive oil. Everything is blended together until smooth and creamy, creating a tangy, fresh sauce that works as both a dip and a topping.

Can I make feta yogurt sauce ahead of time?

Yes. This sauce is perfect for making ahead. Prepare it a few hours before serving and keep it covered in the refrigerator. The extra resting time allows the herbs, garlic, lemon, and feta flavors to blend beautifully.

Can I use regular yogurt instead of Greek yogurt?

Yes, but the sauce will be thinner. Greek yogurt gives the sauce its thick, creamy texture. If using regular yogurt, choose a full-fat variety and consider straining it first to remove some of the excess liquid.

What is the difference between tzatziki and feta yogurt sauce?

Both are creamy Mediterranean yogurt sauces, but tzatziki traditionally includes cucumber and often dill, giving it a lighter, fresher flavor. Feta yogurt sauce uses feta cheese, which gives it a richer texture and a distinctive salty, tangy taste.

Yogurt feta sauce in a small blue bowl with a serving spoon next to it.

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Yogurt Feta Sauce

5 from 8 votes
Yogurt feta sauce
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Giangi Townsend
Creamy, tangy, and flavorful, this yogurt feta sauce is the ultimate companion for fish, meat, poultry, or any of your favorite finger foods.
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Ingredients 

Instructions

  • With the flat side of a knife, mash the garlic with the salt until reduced to a paste.
  • Combine all the above ingredients as well as the garlic paste, in a food processor and process until well combined.

Notes

  • Use light olive oil, as the extra virgin is too pungent and changes the flavor.
  • Taste as you go along to make sure you like the thickness. Add more oil if you want it looser.

Nutrition

Calories: 138kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sodium: 298mg | Potassium: 63mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 761IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 1mg

Giangi’s Kitchen provides nutritional information, but these figures should be considered estimates, as a registered dietician does not calculate them.

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