Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb

Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb is the perfect recipe for elevating the flavor of your festive roast, sizzling lamb chops, or cozy weeknight dinner. This sauce is the perfect balance between refreshing and indulgent: creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh mint notes. With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes of preparation, this recipe will be your go-to accompaniment.

Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb

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The Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe

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What makes mint yogurt sauce truly special is its versatility and adaptability. While it’s a classic pairing for lamb, it can effortlessly enhance other dishes too – drizzle it over roasted vegetables, serve it as a dip for warm pita bread, or even use it as a dressing for fresh cucumber salad.

You can adjust the proportions of this recipe to suit your taste, whether you prefer it extra tangy, herby, or with more spice. Its light, zesty profile ensures it complements rather than overpowers, letting the star of your meal shine. Mint yogurt sauce isn’t just a recipe – it’s a kitchen staple that can transform an ordinary meal into something extraordinary.

Ingredients to Gather

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The Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb – Ingredients for Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb
  • Scallions – add a mild oniony sharpness and a fresh, crisp texture to the mint yogurt sauce, enhancing the flavor balance for the lamb.
  • Mint Leaves – incorporates a refreshing, herbaceous flavor to the yogurt sauce.
  • Fresh Dill – brings a subtle tang and earthy complexity to the sauce.
  • Red Pepper Flakes – adds a gentle heat to mint yogurt sauce, balancing its cool, creamy texture with a subtle spicy kick.
  • Olive Oil – a drizzle of olive oil enriches mint yogurt sauce with a silky texture and ties the flavors together.
  • Lemon Juice – adds a zesty brightness to the sauce, enhancing its tanginess and bringing a refreshing balance.
  • Greek Yogurt – forms the rich, creamy base of yogurt mint sauce, providing a tangy depth that perfectly complements the fresh, herbal notes of mint.
  • Kosher Salt – enhances the flavors by drawing out the mint’s herbal freshness and balancing the tanginess of the yogurt.
  • Black Pepper – adds a subtle warmth and depth to the sauce, enhancing its flavor complexity and balancing the fresh, creamy elements.

I found this recipe in one of Ina Garten’s cookbooks. The recipe was perfect, I didn’t change a thing.

Easy Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe
Easy Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe

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Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves

6 scallions, chopped (both white and green parts)

2 tablespoons minced fresh dill

Pinch red pepper flakes

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

7 ounces Greek yogurt

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Place the mint leaves, scallions, dill, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Puree until the mixture resembles a coarse paste. Add the Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper and pulse until combined.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to develop.

Tips

  • Be sure to use fresh herbs in this recipe. Dried herbs won’t have the same refreshing taste as fresh herbs.
  • Opt for a full-fat yogurt for a richer flavor.
  • Add some finely chopped cucumber or grated carrot for texture and a refreshing crunch.
  • A pinch of sugar can balance any bitterness from the yogurt or mint.
  • Add a dash of ground cumin for a warm, earthy depth.
  • If the sauce is too thick, thin it with water, milk, or extra lemon juice until you reach your desired consistency.
  • You can make this mint yogurt sauce a day in advance. This saves time and enhances the flavor as it sits.
Easy Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe
Easy Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe

Storage

Refrigeration

Store the sauce in an airtight container, such as a glass jar or plastic container with a secure lid. The mint yogurt sauce will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days. (The yogurt may separate after the three-day window.)

Freezing

Recipes with dairy don’t freeze well. When the sauce thaws, it can have a gritty texture.

The Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe
The Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe

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Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb Recipe
Yield: 1 cup

The Best Mint Yogurt Sauce for Lamb

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Additional Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

Elevate your lamb dishes with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce blending creamy Greek yogurt, freshly chopped mint, dill, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, olive oil, Greek yogurt, scallions, salt, and pepper. This simple, tangy sauce pairs perfectly with the rich flavors of lamb, adding a zesty and herbaceous touch.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup finely chopped mint leaves
  • 6 scallions, chopped (both white and green parts)
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh dill
  • Pinch red pepper flakes
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 7 ounces Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

    1. Place the mint leaves, scallions, dill, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, and olive oil in the bowl of a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Puree until the mixture resembles a coarse paste. Add the Greek yogurt, salt, and black pepper and pulse until combined.

    2. Transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least two hours to allow the flavors to develop.

Nutrition Information

Yield

6

Serving Size

1

Amount Per Serving Calories 46Total Fat 2gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 2mgSodium 225mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 1gSugar 1gProtein 4g

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