Creamy Garlic White Sauce

Yield

8 servings · Approximately 1½ cups

Cook time

0 minutes

Ingredients

• ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
• ½ cup light mayonnaise
• 8 garlic cloves, finely grated or crushed
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon white vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Method

1. Place the Greek yogurt and light mayonnaise in a medium mixing bowl.
2. Whisk until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Peel the garlic cloves and grate or crush them into a fine paste.
4. Add the garlic, fresh lemon juice, white vinegar, and honey to the yogurt mixture.
5. Stir in the ground cumin and salt.
6. Whisk thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
7. Add the finely chopped parsley and gently fold it into the sauce.
8. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the garlic and lemon flavors to blend.
10. Stir briefly before serving.
11. Serve chilled with chicken shawarma, kebabs, pita wraps, or grilled vegetables.

Kitchen notes

Timing guide:
Cook time: 0 minutes

Practical Woman's Secret
Fresh garlic gives this sauce its signature bold flavor. Grate it finely for a smooth texture, and let the finished sauce chill before serving. The garlic flavor becomes more pronounced as it rests.