Creamy Garlic Sauce (Printable)

Smooth garlic sauce with lemon and herbs, ideal for enhancing grilled foods or vegetables.

# What You'll Need:

→ Base

01 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
02 - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream

→ Flavor

03 - 4 large garlic cloves, finely minced or pressed
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

→ Seasoning

07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Whisk mayonnaise and Greek yogurt together in a medium bowl until smooth.
02 - Add minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and Dijon mustard; whisk until fully blended.
03 - Add salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, stirring to combine.
04 - Fold in chopped fresh parsley if desired for added freshness.
05 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

# Cooking Tips:

01 -
  • It’s effortlessly creamy yet bursting with robust garlic flavor that feels like a special hug for your taste buds
  • This sauce quickly became a staple because it adds fresh zest without taking over your dish
02 -
  • Fresh garlic is key—don’t skip the step of mincing it finely or pressing it; the fresh aroma transforms the sauce
  • Chilling the sauce for at least 30 minutes isn’t optional: it’s where all the flavors settle and become harmonious
03 -
  • Use room temperature ingredients to help all flavors blend smoothly and avoid clumps
  • The tiny touch of Dijon mustard is the secret that lifts this sauce from good to unforgettable

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