Yogurt-Garlic Sauce
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From EatingWell: Summer 2004, The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005)This savory sauce would excellent with grilled chicken or lamb.
1/2 cup | Active Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 6-ounce container (3/4 cup) nonfat plain yogurt, (see Ingredient note)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon salt, or to taste
Preparation
- Line a sieve or colander with cheesecloth and set over a bowl, leaving at least 1/2-inch clearance from the bottom. (Alternatively, use a coffee filter lined with filter paper.) Spoon in yogurt, cover and let drain in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour. Discard whey.
- Whisk drained yogurt, garlic, oil and salt in a small bowl.
Nutrition
Per tablespoon : 30 Calories; 1 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 3 mg Cholesterol; 10 g Carbohydrates; 5 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 359 mg Sodium; 12 mg Potassium
Exchanges: free food
Tips & Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Stir before using.
- Ingredient Note: It's now possible to buy Greek strained yogurt (we like the brand Total, available in many natural-foods stores or www.fageusa.com). If you use that, skip Step 1.