Greek Yogurt Cilantro Lemon Dressing That Works on Everything

Greek Yogurt Cilantro-Lemon Dressing

Creamy, bright, garlicky, and useful on far more than salad.

What You Need

• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt

• ½ cup fresh cilantro

• 1 small garlic clove

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1–3 tablespoons water, as needed

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

How to Make It

1. Add the Greek yogurt, cilantro, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to a blender or food processor.

2. Blend until smooth.

3. Add water one tablespoon at a time until the dressing reaches the consistency you want.

4. Taste. Add more lemon or salt if needed.

Use It On

• Vegetables

• Grain bowls

• Wraps

• Eggs

• Chicken

• Roasted potatoes

• Salads

• Tacos

Calm Kitchen Skill: Adjust the Consistency Last

Start thick. You can always add water. You cannot easily remove it.

Blend the main ingredients first, then thin the dressing a tablespoon at a time until it works for what you are making.

• Thicker — dip or sandwich spread

• Thinner — dressing or drizzle

Jillian's Kitchen Note

This is one of those little recipes worth knowing because it makes several completely different meals feel more finished. You do not need six sauces in the refrigerator. Sometimes you just need one good one.