Mint yoghurt dip
Forget store-bought dips, you can whip up this healthy recipe in no time at all and that way you’ll know exactly what’s in it. Simply serve with some veggies as a dip. It also works well with BBQ meats and salad.
Ingredients:
- 4 sprigs of fresh mint
- 1 lemon
- ¼ clove of garlic
- 200 g natural yoghurt
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Herbs to garnish, if desired
Method:
1. Finely chop the mint leaves, discarding the stalks, then add them to a mixing bowl.
2. Finely grate the zest of half a lemon, then transfer to the bowl.
3. Cut the lemon in half. Squeeze the juice into a bowl, using your fingers to catch any pips.
4. Finely chop the garlic on a board and add to the bowl.
5. Add the yoghurt and a tiny pinch of salt and pepper, then stir everything together.
6. Have a taste and add a squeeze more lemon juice, if you think it needs it.
7. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with herbs (or a mint leaf of two) if desired and serve with a platter of veggies for dipping.