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?
One of my favorite sauce recipes is Tzatziki, which is based on lemon, garlic, and yogurt. Adding feta cheese, a pungent fresh cheese, adds a new dimension to this beautiful dipping sauce recipe.
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- What is feta cheese?
- Here are a few helpful tips for the ingredients needed for yogurt feta sauce
- Equipment Needed
- How to make the yogurt sauce?
- Pro Tip
- Lemon and its benefits
- Variations and Substitutions
- Storing
- What dishes can you enjoy with this yogurt feta sauce?
- If you enjoy this recipe of Yogurt Feta Sauce, look at my other recipes:
- Yogurt Feta Sauce
What is feta cheese?
Feta cheese is a soft cheese originally from the mainland of Greece. White in color and made with sheep’s milk or a mixture of sheep and goat cheese.
Buy the block of feta cheese and do crumble it yourself. I prefer it as it is.
The cheese is stored in brine. This liquid protects the cheese from air exposure, which will dry out the cheese and change the taste. Sour tasty.
In brine, the feta cheese will stay fresher longer.
If not used in this recipe, it tastes delicious with some fresh chopped herbs, chopped olives, and olive oil.
Of course, over any salads, tossed with vegetables, pasta, or flatbread.
Excellent source of nutrients such as calcium and protein.
As well as sodium, however lower in fat than many other kinds of cheese. But like with any cheese, do eat in moderation.
Here are a few helpful tips for the ingredients needed for yogurt feta sauce
This is a short introduction. The ingredient list is also brief. It includes essential items that you may already have in your pantry. Please read the recipe for complete instructions.
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 off the garlic and the feta cheese.
Feta cheese – buy the large chunk and then crumble it at home. I found the store crumbled to be too dry and salty.
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 the extra virgin is too pungent and does change its flavor.
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How to make the yogurt sauce?
- I start with the garlic by smashing it with the flat side of the knife blade and working it with salt until it reduces to a paste.
This process will allow all the natural oil of the garlic to come out.
- Before adding all the fresh herbs to the food processor, finely chop them. This will enhance the flavor and help avoid leaving too many chunks of parsley behind. I have an old food processor, and all my herbs have to be cut before it, so they will be more refined in any dish that I prepare them with.
- Once the above is all done, add all the ingredients to your food processor and give a few pulses.
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.
Pro Tip
- Use light olive oil, as the extra virgin is too pungent and does change its flavor.
- Taste as you go along to make sure you like the thickness. Add more oil if you want it more lose.
Lemon and its benefits
Lemons and lemon juice have many health benefits besides being a great source of vitamin C. They are Friendly when you want to lose weight and aid with the digestive system.
As well as aid with breaking down food. Also, quite helpful in improving your skin quality.
Variations and Substitutions
- Chives are an excellent complement to any food. A mild onion flavor that carries itself well and gets enhanced once mixed with lemon. If you are not used to the intense flavor, add a small amount and add from there.
- This Yogurt feta sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days if you have leftovers.
Storing
Store: This amazing sauce can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one week.
I do not recommend freezing it as the cheese and yogurt will lose all their consistency and flavor.
What dishes can you enjoy with this yogurt feta sauce?
Lamb chops that are just sauteed with olive oil.
I love to dip my Cheese and Rosemary Breadsticks into this feta sauce.
Serve it alongside BBQ Marinated Chicken
Or alongside the Crunchy Fried Shrimps, my favorite.
Lastly, a perfect tray of fresh vegetables cut into dipping strips.
If you enjoy this recipe of Yogurt Feta Sauce, look at my other recipes:
Yogurt Feta Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 clove of garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup Italian flat leaf parsley, chopped
- ½ cup crumble feta cheese, – be generous
- 1 tablespoon chives, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
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.
Nutrition
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- Course: Appetizers, Sides
- Cuisine: International
- Occasion: Fourth of July
- Type: Under 45 minutes
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Sam
Such a great idea for a sauce, and absolutely delicious too!
nancy
a lovely burst of brightness with my feta dip! pinned to remake again
Emily
You had me at goat cheese! This dip is going to be perfect at my Super Bowl party! Thank you.
Giangi Townsend
Absolutely! Enjoy!
Shilpa
Love this creamy and delicious dip.
Giangi Townsend
Thank you!
Joanna
This would be perfect for a grilling night in the summer. I’ll be making it for sure.
Giangi Townsend
Thank you!
Jeanine
This dip is amazing adding the Feta gives it so much more body, will be trying this with our fish croquettes….
Giangi Townsend
What time is dinner? I love fish croquettes.
Thank you for giving my recipe a try
Cindy Mom the Lunch Lady
This feta yogurt sauce looks like the perfect addition to greek pitas or falafel bowls. YUM!
Giangi Townsend
Absolutely! I found the possibilities are endless
Jere Cassidy
I love feta and this dip looks nice and creamy with lots of flavors. I prefer to make my own dip and this is going on my must make list.
Giangi Townsend
Thank you! I am sure you will enjoy it
Daniel Ng
Wow. I have to try this on my fish and chips.
Giangi Townsend
The perfect combination, at least in my book as I am very partial to fish and chips, one of my favorite