Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Make the Dip
- Halve the avocados, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl. Use a fork to mash until mostly smooth with some small chunks remaining for texture - about 1 minute of mashing.
- Add the Greek yogurt and lime juice to the bowl. Stir vigorously with the fork until fully combined and the mixture lightens in color slightly, about 30 seconds.
- Grate the garlic clove directly into the bowl using a Microplane - this prevents any harsh garlic bites. Add the olive oil, cumin, salt, and pepper. Fold everything together until you see no streaks of yogurt.
- Stir in the chopped cilantro. Taste and adjust - you want a bright, tangy balance. Add more lime juice if it tastes flat, more salt if it tastes bland, or a pinch more cumin for earthiness.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with extra cilantro. Serve immediately with pita chips and vegetables, or press plastic wrap directly onto the surface and refrigerate up to 4 hours.
Notes
For the creamiest texture, use full-fat Greek yogurt - non-fat versions make the dip watery and less satisfying. If making ahead, the lime juice helps prevent browning but the color will still darken slightly; just stir before serving and it tastes just as good. This also works beautifully as a sandwich spread or thinned with a little water as a salad dressing.
