Best 8 Yogurt Vinaigrette Recipes

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Yogurt vinaigrette is a versatile and delicious salad dressing that can be used to enhance the flavors of a wide variety of salads and dishes. Made with yogurt, olive oil, and various herbs and spices, yogurt vinaigrette is a healthier alternative to traditional salad dressings, as it is lower in calories and fat and higher in protein and calcium. This creamy and tangy dressing adds a pop of flavor and richness to any salad, and it can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. With its endless variations and ease of preparation, yogurt vinaigrette is a must-have recipe for any home cook.

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CREAMY POTATO SALAD WITH YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



Creamy Potato Salad With Yogurt Vinaigrette image

You may worry about the amount of dressing in this luscious salad, but you'll find that it is largely absorbed by the potatoes. The salad resembles a classic creamy potato salad with lots of crunchy celery, but there's only a smidgen of mayonnaise here. The technique of softening the onions with boiling water comes from the cookbook author Deborah Madison.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, weekday, salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield Serves six to eight

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium red onion, diced
1/3 cup vinegar (red or white wine, sherry or apple cider)
1 to 2 garlic cloves, to taste, minced or puréed
Salt to taste
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon Hellmann's or Best Foods Mayonnaise (optional)
Freshly ground pepper
2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed and quartered if small, cut in large dice if large
4 stalks celery, diced or sliced
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Optional: 2 or 3 hard-cooked eggs, diced

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar, garlic, salt, mustard, olive oil, yogurt and mayonnaise (if using). Place the onion in a bowl, and pour on boiling water to cover. Drain immediately, rinse with cold water and transfer to the bowl with the dressing.
  • Steam the potatoes above one inch of boiling water for 10 to 15 minutes until tender. Remove from the heat, and toss gently with the onion. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the remaining ingredients and toss together. Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 425 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

SALADE NIçOISE WITH YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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The market tomatoes, green beans, peppers, cucumbers and lettuces were irresistible, and we would have been happy to dine on this iconic Provençal salad every day. I'm making the anchovies optional in this recipe, but they are always included in the authentic salade niçoise.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     dinner, salads and dressings

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 tablespoons good-quality red or white wine vinegar or sherry vinegar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, small or large to taste, green shoot removed, puréed with a garlic press or in a mortar and pestle
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
5 tablespoons plain low-fat yogurt (you can omit this and use a total of 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil)
3/4 pound medium Yukon gold or fingerling potatoes, cut in 3/4-inch dice
1 5 1/2-ounce can light (not albacore) tuna packed in water, drained
6 ounces green beans, trimmed, and cut in half if long
1 small red or green pepper, thinly sliced or diced
1 small cucumber (preferably Persian), cut in half lengthwise and then sliced in half-moons
2 hard-cooked eggs, preferably free range, peeled and cut in wedges
1 small head of Boston lettuce, 1 romaine heart, or 4 to 5 cups mixed baby salad greens, washed and dried
2 to 4 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs, like parsley, basil, tarragon, chives and marjoram
3 or 4 tomatoes, cut in wedges, or 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half
6 to 12 anchovy fillets, rinsed and drained on paper towels
12 imported black olives

Steps:

  • Using a fork or a small whisk, mix together the vinegar and lemon juice with the garlic, salt, pepper and Dijon mustard. Whisk in the olive oil and yogurt.
  • Steam the potatoes above 1 inch simmering water for 10 to 15 minutes, until tender. Transfer to a large salad bowl and season with salt and pepper. Add the tuna and toss with 1/4 cup of the dressing while the potatoes are hot.
  • Bring a pot of water to a boil, and fill a bowl with ice water. When the water comes to a boil, add a generous amount of salt and add the green beans. Cook 4 to 5 minutes, until just tender. Transfer to the ice water, then drain. Dry on paper towels. Add to the salad bowl, along with the red or green pepper, cucumber, hard-boiled eggs, lettuce and herbs. Garnish with the tomatoes, anchovies and olives, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 218, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 536 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CRUNCHY KALE SALAD WITH YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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Massaging the kale with olive oil softens the texture of the leaves, making them a perfect salad base. Granola gives the salad a pleasantly sweet crunch.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 bunch kale with stems removed
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Greek vanilla yogurt
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons coarse-grained Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup Nature Valley™ oats 'n honey protein granola
1/4 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In large bowl, mix kale, 1/4 cup olive oil and the salt. Massage with your hands 2 to 3 minutes or until kale softens slightly.
  • In blender or food processor, place Yogurt Vinaigrette ingredients. Cover; blend or process until smooth.
  • Divide kale among 4 plates. Drizzle with vinaigrette; top with granola and dried cranberries. Pass any remaining dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 5 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 250 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 0 g

LEMON-YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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Delicious dressing and good for the waistline. Excellent with Spinach-Mushroom salad (separate posting)

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup or a little more

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 clove garlic, pressed
pepper
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup plain yogurt

Steps:

  • Whisk everything together except the yogurt.
  • When well blended whisk in the yogurt.

GRILLED CARROTS WITH HERBY COCONUT YOGURT AND SPICY BEET VINAIGRETTE



Grilled Carrots With Herby Coconut Yogurt and Spicy Beet Vinaigrette image

It's a shame you don't often spot people grilling carrots, because they also grill beautifully, developing a char that balances out their sweetness.

Provided by Gregory Gourdet

Categories     HarperCollins     Vegetarian     Spring     Summer     Dairy     Tree Nut Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Gluten-Free and Fresh     Carrot     Beet     Vinegar     Salad     Side     Grill/Barbecue     Dinner

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 17

For the Beet Vinaigrette:
1 large beet (about 4 inches in diameter, any color), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 medium garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 fresh Thai chiles, thinly sliced
¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
For the Herby Coconut Yogurt:
Handful mixed herbs, such as basil, mint, dill, and cilantro
1 cup plain coconut yogurt
1 scallion, trimmed and thinly sliced
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 juicy lime
For the carrots:
2 pounds trimmed medium carrots, halved lengthwise if thicker than 1 inch
1 tablespoon avocado oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Make the Beet Vinaigrette:
  • Put the beet in a small mixing bowl, season with the salt, stir, and set aside for 10 minutes to soften and season the beet. Combine the vinegar, garlic, and chile in a small saucepan, bring all to a boil over high heat, then lower heat to gently simmer for 1 minute, just to cook off the garlic's raw flavor. Pour the hot mixture over the beets, stir, and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour. Stir in the olive oil.
  • Make the Herby Coconut Yogurt:
  • Roughly chop the herbs. In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, most of the herbs, the scallion, and the salt. Use a Microplane to grate the lime zest into the bowl, then halve the lime and squeeze in the juice. Stir well.
  • Grill the carrots and make the dish:
  • Fire up a grill to cook with medium-high heat. On a plate, rub the carrots with the avocado oil to just barely coat them (excess oil will lead to flare-ups and unpleasant flavor). Season the carrots with the salt, toss, and grill, turning them occasionally and moving them to a cooler part of the grill if they get dark before they're tender, until lightly charred and fully tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Let them cool for a couple of minutes.
  • Spread the yogurt on a platter and top with the carrots. Spoon on the pickle-y beets first, then drizzle on about 2 tablespoons of the vinaigrette. Sprinkle with the remaining herbs and serve.

FAT FREE LEMON YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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In my quest to lose weight and keep it off, I've been eating a lot of salad. I usually eat it twice a day which means I have to vary my salad dressing to keep from getting bored. I found this recipe on www.mizfrogspad.com and have altered it slightly to fit my taste. This recipe will fit into the WW Core Plan or counts as "0" points on the Flex Plan. Makes about 1 cup = serving size equals 2 tablespoons.

Provided by LARavenscroft

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
3/4 cup plain nonfat yogurt

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the lemon juice, vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, and Splenda.
  • Whisk in the yogurt.
  • Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.1, Fat 0.1, Cholesterol 0.5, Sodium 31.8, Carbohydrate 2.6, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 2, Protein 1.4

ORZO SALAD WITH SALMON, HERBS, AND YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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The rice-shaped pasta known as 'orzo' is a favorite for salads. Here, it's topped with a low-fat yogurt dressing that's also delicious on grilled chicken or a green salad.

Provided by doch83

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Yogurt Dressing Recipes

Time 41m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup orzo pasta
⅓ cup plain low-fat yogurt
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon coarse salt
⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1 cup peeled and diced English cucumber
3 ¾ ounces canned salmon, drained and flaked
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh chives
1 ½ teaspoons minced fresh dill

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook orzo in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until tender yet firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Whisk yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, honey, lemon zest, salt, and pepper together in a bowl until vinaigrette is smooth.
  • Mix tomatoes, cucumber, salmon, parsley, chives, and dill with the orzo; add vinaigrette and toss until coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 331.5 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 12.9 mg, Fat 9.9 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 14.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 263.6 mg, Sugar 8 g

YOGURT VINAIGRETTE



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Yield Makes 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups best-quality plain whole-milk yogurt (not Greek style)
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil
2 teaspoons salt

Steps:

  • Combine the yogurt, onions, vinegar, olive oil, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth and thoroughly combined.

Tips for MakingYogurt Vinaigrette:

  • Use high-quality yogurt: The yogurt you use will make a big difference in the flavor of your dressing. Look for a yogurt that is thick and creamy, with a mild flavor. Greek yogurt is a good option, as it is high in protein and low in fat.
  • Use fresh herbs: Fresh herbs will add a bright, flavorful touch to your dressing. Some good options include basil, chives, dill, mint, oregano, parsley, and thyme.
  • Use a good quality vinegar: The vinegar you use will also contribute to the flavor of your dressing. Some good options include white wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar, and balsamic vinegar.
  • Don't over-mix the dressing: Over-mixing the dressing will cause it to become too thick. Simply whisk the ingredients together until they are well combined.
  • Use the dressing immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use: Yogurt vinaigrette can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Shake the dressing well before using.

Conclusion:

Yogurt vinaigrette is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads, vegetables, and meats. It is a healthy alternative to traditional vinaigrettes, as it is lower in fat and calories. With its creamy texture and tangy flavor, yogurt vinaigrette is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.

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