Name: Carrot and Yogurt Sauce
Cook time: 15 minutes
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: Makes 1 cup
Ingredients: 1/2 garlic clove; Kosher salt; 1 cup plain low-fat yogurt; 2 tablespoons (packed) finely grated carrot (use a Microplane grater); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 2 teaspoons (or more) fresh lemon juice; 1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; Freshly ground black pepper

Use this orange-tinted sauce on sandwiches with salmon or cucumbers.

Recipe information

Total Time
15 minutes
Yield
Makes 1 cup

Ingredients

1/2 garlic clove

Kosher salt

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

2 tablespoons (packed) finely grated carrot (use a Microplane grater)

1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill

2 teaspoons (or more) fresh lemon juice

1 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

Freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

Place garlic on a work surface. Sprinkle with salt and finely chop, occasionally smearing with side of knife to make a paste. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add yogurt, carrot, dill, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, and zest; whisk to combine. Season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice, if desired. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

TagsCondiment Sauce Carrot Root Vegetable Vegetable Yogurt Dairy Dill Herbs & Spices Gluten Free Nut Free Vegetarian Quick Easy No-Cook Bon Appétit

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