Best 5 Yogurt Mint And Lime Marinade Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of India, Greece, and Mexico, as we present a trio of tantalizing yogurt-based marinades that will transform your grilling experience.**

From the aromatic streets of Delhi to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, and the sizzling grills of Mexico City, yogurt has been a culinary staple, adding its unique tang and creaminess to an array of dishes. In this article, we'll introduce you to three delectable yogurt marinades that will elevate your grilling game to new heights.

First, we'll take you to the vibrant streets of Delhi, where we'll create a marinade inspired by the flavors of classic Indian tandoori chicken. This marinade, made with yogurt, ginger, garlic, and a blend of warm spices, will infuse your chicken with an irresistible smoky flavor.

Next, we'll transport you to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean, where we'll create a marinade that captures the essence of Greek souvlaki. This marinade, made with yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh herbs, will impart a refreshing and tangy flavor to your grilled meats.

Finally, we'll take you on a culinary adventure to the sizzling grills of Mexico City, where we'll create a marinade that embodies the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine. This marinade, made with yogurt, chipotle peppers, lime juice, and cilantro, will add a spicy and smoky kick to your grilled dishes.

So, gather your ingredients, fire up your grill, and prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds craving more. Let's dive into the recipes and create some unforgettable grilled dishes!

Let's cook with our recipes!

BASIC YOGURT SAUCE



Basic Yogurt Sauce image

Serve this yogurt with basmati rice, quinoa, or couscous. Use to garnish lamb, chicken or fish kebabs. Spoon a dollop into pureed soups and shellbeans just before serving. Or thin with a little water to make a creamy dressing ideal for romaine or little gem lettuces.

Provided by Samin Nosrat

Categories     sauces and gravies, side dish

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup Greek-style yogurt, preferably whole milk yogurt (8 ounces/225 grams)
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lime juice (from 1 large lime), more to taste
1/2 teaspoon salt, more to taste
1 garlic clove

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, mint, oil, lime juice, salt and 1 to 2 tablespoons water. Use a rasp grater to finely grate garlic into the bowl. Stir, taste and adjust salt and lime juice as needed. Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 181, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 7 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 278 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

SKEWERED GRILLED FRUIT WITH MINTED YOGURT HONEY SAUCE



Skewered Grilled Fruit with Minted Yogurt Honey Sauce image

Categories     Sauce     Fruit     Dessert     Yogurt     Mint     Summer     Healthy     Honey     Gourmet     Fat Free     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

For sauce
12 oz (1 1/2 cups) nonfat plain yogurt
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
For skewers
4 firm-ripe plums, each cut into 8 wedges
4 firm-ripe peaches, peeled and each cut into 8 wedges
1/2 ripe pineapple (1 1/2 lb), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch pieces
Special Equipment
48 (8-inch) wooden skewers soaked in water 1 hour

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for cooking.
  • Stir together yogurt, honey, lime juice, and mint in a small bowl and chill until ready to serve.
  • Thread about 4 pieces of fruit onto each skewer. When fire is medium-hot (you can hold your hand 5 inches above rack 3 to 4 seconds), grill fruit in batches on lightly oiled grill rack, turning once, until browned and slightly softened, about 5 minutes total. Serve fruit on skewers with sauce on the side.

YOGURT MINT SAUCE



Yogurt Mint Sauce image

Serve this sauce with our Lamb Kofta.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 4

8 ounces plain whole-milk yogurt, preferably Greek-style
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, minced

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl, and stir well to combine. Sauce can be made up to 1 day ahead; store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

YOGURT-MINT MARINATED CHICKEN



Yogurt-Mint Marinated Chicken image

Make and share this Yogurt-Mint Marinated Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Redsie

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 bone-in skinless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 cup plain low-fat yogurt
1/2 cup chopped of fresh mint
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon garam masala
1/2 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken under cold water. Place in a large bowl and rub with salt and lemon juice. Set aside.
  • Blend remaining ingredients; toss well to mix and then coat chicken.
  • Seal bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 24 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 400* F.
  • Place chicken on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.5, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 78.5, Sodium 643.9, Carbohydrate 5.4, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 3.6, Protein 28.1

GRILLED LEG OF LAMB WITH SPICY LIME YOGURT SAUCE



Grilled Leg of Lamb With Spicy Lime Yogurt Sauce image

Leg of lamb is elegant, and one leg can feed a crowd. Marinate it with a garlicky herb paste, the longer the better. Overnight in the refrigerator is ideal, but even a few hours at room temperature will help. Just make sure to always pat your lamb dry after marinating; this helps eliminate flare-ups. Butterflied legs of lamb tend to be unevenly cut, giving you thicker and thinner parts. This is good if some of your guests like their lamb more well done than you do, but problematic if everyone likes it rare. If you want rare all around (or well done for that matter), consider cutting the lamb into pieces according to thickness so you can take the thinner ones off the grill first.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 45m

Yield 12 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (5- to 6-pound) boneless butterflied leg of lamb, well trimmed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup mixed chopped thyme and rosemary
Grated zest of 1 orange
1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
8 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, more as needed
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup basil leaves
1/4 cup mint leaves
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 (1-inch-thick) slice of ginger, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1 small jalapeƱo, halved and seeded if desired
1 large scallion, trimmed
Grated zest of 1 lime
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, or to taste
1 teaspoon kosher salt, more to taste

Steps:

  • Pat lamb dry with paper towels and place it on a rimmed baking sheet. In a bowl, combine oil, herbs, orange zest and juice, the minced garlic cloves, salt and pepper. Rub mixture all over lamb. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate at room temperature for 2 hours, or overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the sauce: Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Taste and add more salt if you like.
  • Heat the grill. Wipe lamb with paper towels, removing most of the rub, then grill until a digital thermometer reads 120 degrees for rare or 130 for medium (about 6 to 15 minutes per side, depending on how you like your meat and how thick the lamb is). If the meat starts to char before it's done, move it to a cooler part of the grill to finish cooking. Let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before slicing and serving with the yogurt sauce.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 400, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 28 grams, SaturatedFat 11 grams, Sodium 566 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh herbs and citrus fruits. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but be sure to use half the amount.
  • If you don't have lime juice, you can use lemon juice instead. Just be sure to add a little extra sugar to balance out the tartness.
  • This marinade can be used on a variety of meats, including chicken, fish, pork, and beef. Just be sure to adjust the marinating time accordingly. For chicken and fish, marinate for 30 minutes to an hour. For pork and beef, marinate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
  • Be sure to save some of the marinade to use as a sauce for your grilled or roasted meat.

Conclusion:

This yogurt-mint-and-lime marinade is a delicious and easy way to add flavor to your grilled or roasted meats. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a marinade that will tenderize and flavor your meat, leaving it juicy and flavorful. So next time you're grilling or roasting meat, give this marinade a try. You won't be disappointed!

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