Sauce Recipes

Base Ingredients

• • 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt (0% fat)
• • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
• • 1½ teaspoons za'atar
• • 1 large clove garlic, finely grated
• • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• • ½ teaspoon MSG
• • ½-¾ teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
• • Fresh cracked black pepper to taste
• • 1-2 tablespoons water (to adjust consistency)

Optional Additions

• • Pinch of sumac (for extra brightness)
• • Extra garlic clove for meal prep batches
• • Red pepper flakes for heat
• • Additional za'atar for garnish

Method

1. In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated garlic, and lemon juice.
2. Add MSG, salt, and za'atar. Mix thoroughly to ensure MSG and salt are evenly distributed.
3. Fold in fresh dill and lemon zest.
4. Add black pepper to taste.
5. Gradually add water until desired consistency is reached. For meal prep, keep slightly thicker as it will loosen over time.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before use to allow flavors to develop.

Meal Prep Notes

• • If prepping for the week ahead, double the garlic as the flavor mellows over time
• • Portion into small 2-oz containers for individual meals
• • When using frozen meal preps, pack sauce separately
• • Can be frozen in ice cube trays, but texture is best when fresh
• • Shake or stir well before each use

Pro Tips

• • The MSG and salt quantities may seem high, but they're calibrated for cold foods which need more aggressive seasoning
• • If sauce thickens in the fridge, adjust with drops of lemon juice rather than water
• • For meal prep containers, store sauce in the smallest compartment
• • Works both as a sauce for proteins and a dip for raw vegetables
• • Can be used as a marinade base for chicken (add olive oil)

Nutritional Information

Pairing Suggestions

• • Perfect match for meal prep turkey meatballs
• • Excellent with grilled chicken breast
• • Works well with roasted vegetables
• • Can be used as a spread in wraps
• • Great for dipping raw vegetables

Scaling Notes

• • Recipe doubles or triples easily
• • Increase salt and MSG proportionally
• • Add garlic incrementally to taste
• • Adjust liquid gradually when scaling up

Quality Markers

• • Sauce should be thick but spoonable
• • Fresh dill should remain bright green
• • No liquid separation after mixing
• • Should taste notably salty/savory when cold
• • Garlic presence should be noticeable but not sharp

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