5 Easy High Protein Yogurt Sauces to Elevate a Meal (Without Adding More Meat)
Increasing the overall protein content of a meal or snack with these 5 delicious functional sauces that add flavor and additional protein. Plus, live, active cultures to promote a more diverse gut microbiome! Read the entire post for ideas on how to use each one.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 40kcal
Ingredients
Simple Lemon Garlic Herb Yogurt
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 1-2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley or basil)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sprinkle of grated parmesan or nutritional yeast optional
Ranch
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1-1½ teaspoons Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning or add own spices
- Pinch of salt and pepper
- Fresh dill, chopped
- Splash of milk to thin optional
Buffalo
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2-3 tablespoons buffalo sauce I used Kinder's Buttery Buffalo
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Diced chives or green onions
Chipotle
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1/2 of a lime (juice of 1/2 a lime)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of smoked paprika
- One garlic clove, minced
- Pinch of salt to taste
Honey Mustard
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1-1½ tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1½ tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a bowl or storage container. Whisk or stir until smooth.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Stir before using (natural separation is normal).
Notes
These sauces taste even better after sitting in the fridge for 10-20 minutes. I recommend making them before anything else during your dinner prep!
Nutrition
Calories: 40kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 6.4g | Sodium: 60mg | Sugar: 2.3g