As the season brings fresh dill to our tables, there’s no better way to celebrate its delicate flavour than with a refreshing Dill and Yogurt Dip. This versatile dip is perfect with crackers or as a delightful Indian Raita.
Ready in under 5 minutes, it’s incredibly versatile and perfect for:
- dipping your favourite crackers, thepla nachos, or vegetable crudités
- serving as a refreshing raita with Indian meals,
- a sauce with Buddha bowls or
- even spreading on toast for a flavourful snack.
Winter in Udaipur brings with it a bounty of fresh herbs, and dill (called suva in Hindi) is one of my favourite herbs to cook with, these days. This simple herb adds a fresh anise-like flavour to all, be it a simple suva moong daal, salads, stuffed paranthas, dips, or cutlets.
Recently, we hosted a harvest festival on the farm, and this dill and yogurt dip was a star attraction. Alongside other farm-to-table dips like green tomato chutney, beetroot dip, ketchup, and coriander chutney, we served it with khakras and garlic crostinis. All the other dips were prepared earlier except this one. I made this right on the farm with dill harvested in front of all the participants, making it an extra special experience.
Fresh Dill & Yogurt Dip
Ingredients (1cup = 240ml; 1tbsp = 15ml; 1tsp = 5ml)
- 1 cup Plain Yogurt preferably thick
- 1/2 cup Fresh Dill finely chopped
- 3 clove Garlic minced (optional)
- 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
- In a jar/bowl, combine the yogurt, chopped dill (keep about 2 tbsp for garnish), minced garlic (if using), and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Drizzle olive oil on top and garnish with some fresh dill.
- Serve immediately with crackers, crostini, vegetable sticks, quinoa bowls or as a raita with your favourite Indian dishes.
Notes
- Refrigerate leftovers to use within 2-3 days.
- For a creamier dip, use hung curd.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
- If you don’t have lemon juice, white vinegar can be used.
Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home, this fresh Dill and Yogurt Dip is sure to be a hit. Enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavours of the season!
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