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5-MINUTE SAVORY YOGURT CREAM | HEALTHY & OIL-FREE SAUCE

This Savory Yogurt Cream is the perfect WFPB topping for soups, stews, or roasted veggies. Made with plant-based yogurt, garlic, lemon, and herbs, it’s oil-free, dairy-free, and ready in 5 minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Dressing, Sauce
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup unsweetened plant-based yogurt (120 g, soy, cashew, or coconut)
  • 1 Tbsp lemon juice (15 ml)
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (5 ml, optional)
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder (or small garlic clove, grated)
  • 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast (6 g, optional)
  • 1-2 Tbsp fresh herbs (I love parsley, finely chopped)
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together yogurt, lemon juice, vinegar (if using), garlic, and nutritional yeast until smooth.
  • Stir in the fresh herbs, salt, and pepper.
  • Taste and adjust flavor to your preference—add more lemon juice for brightness or herbs for extra freshness.
  • Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

  • Use extra-thick yogurt (or strain regular yogurt with a cheesecloth) if you want a consistency closer to sour cream.
  • Adjust garlic to your taste—raw garlic gives a sharp kick, while garlic powder is milder.
  • This cream tastes even better after chilling for 30 minutes, as the flavors meld together.
  • Perfect pairing: try it with my Easy WFPB Pumpkin Soup for a cozy fall combo.