You will love this Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip. It is light, silky smooth and refreshing as well as being incredibly easy to make. Here I have combined two of my favourite ingredients, creamy avocado and tangy Greek yoghurt. I have boosted their flavour with the addition of lime juice and mint. If you’re looking for a healthy snack or appetiser, this is the recipe for you.
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Why we love this recipe:
Our Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip contains just 5 ingredients and is so simple and quickly made.
Children also love this dip and if you serve it with a colourful selection of sliced vegetables it is a great, healthy snack.
When I’m entertaining, be it for pre-dinner drinks or at a family barbecue, I often serve a trio of dips. This is a popular appetiser and always creates a relaxed atmosphere. I like to make sure that I have a variety of colours and flavours, each complementing but contrasting with the other. Listed below you will find a selection of our dips which would be ideal if you like this suggestion.
Ingredients in this recipe:
Please see the recipe card further along in the post for exact quantities of ingredients and the full method.
Avocado – the base of this delicious dip.
Greek yoghurt – I use this instead of cream or mayonnaise to give the dip a creamy texture without the high-fat content.
Lime juice – freshly squeezed juice adds great tangy flavour.
Mint leaves – add a vibrant, fresh flavour.
Sea salt – I like to use sea salt flakes. For the best flavour, avoid table salt or iodised salt. Add to suit your taste.
Step by step instructions:
- Peel and cut the avocado into large cubes. Place it in the bowl of a small food processor along with the Greek Yoghurt and freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Blend to combine.
- Then, add the finely sliced mint leaves and blend again.
- Season to taste with sea salt flakes. Turn into a serving dish and garnish with a few mint leaves. Serve with crackers and crudites.
Tips for success and FAQs:
This delicious dip has many uses. We love to:
- Serve it with pita chips or crackers and crudités;
- Use it as a creamy topping for tacos or nachos;
- Thin it with a little water and use it as a low-fat salad dressing.;
- Spread on Crostini and top with smoked salmon, a roll of prosciutto or Roasted Cherry Tomatoes.
- As a condiment to my Greek Style Chicken or with my Cheese and Herb Filo Pie.
- Use it as a spread on a sandwich in place of butter or mayonnaise.
Ideally, my Creamy Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint dip is best made just before serving as the avocado will oxidise and become brown over time. However, the inclusion of the lime juice and yoghurt does slow it down a little but will not prevent it. If you do want to make it an hour or two in advance, press cling wrap down on the surface of the dip so there are no air pockets.
I am delighted to assure you that it is. Avocados are nutrient-dense. They are an excellent source of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat, dietary fibre as well as a variety of health-benefiting vitamins and minerals. We have blended the flesh with Greek yoghurt which adds protein and probiotics.
More delicious recipes for you to try:
Here are some more of our favourite dip recipes. Try a few of them today, and create a delicious dip platter!
- Whipped Feta
- Roasted Capsicum Pesto
- Green Goddess Dip
- Easy Hummus
- The Best Baba Ganoush
- Simple Tuna Dip
- Homemade Onion Dip
If you’re looking for a healthy snack or fuss-free appetiser, I encourage you to try my Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip. It is smooth and creamy with fresh, vibrant flavour. One of the great advantages of this recipe is how easy it is to make. Just put the 5 ingredients into a small blender and whiz to combine. That’s it; it could not be simpler!
Alex xx
This post was originally published in December 2018. It has been updated with new photos and more information. The recipe remains the same.
Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip
Ingredients
- 1 large avocado – peeled, pitted and cut into chunks
- ½ cup Greek yoghurt (plain)
- 2 teaspoon lime juice – freshly squeezed See Notes 1 and 2
- ¼ cup mint leaves – finely chopped
- sea salt – to taste See Notes 2 and 3
Recipe Measurements:
For accuracy, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results.
Instructions
- In the bowl of a small blender or food processor, place the avocado, Greek yoghurt and lime juice. – See Note 4
- Blend the ingredients to combine. They should be smooth and creamy. Add the finely sliced mint leaves to the bowl of the food processor.Add salt flakes to taste, and briefly blend again.
- Turn the avocado mixture into a serving bowl.Top with a few mint leaves for garnish.Serve with crackers, corn chips, toasted pita bread or crudites.The dip is best made shortly before serving.
Notes
- To obtain the bright, fresh flavour of lime juice, I prefer fresh lime over the bottled variety.
- Adjust the flavours to suit your palate. Add more salt or lime juice if necessary.
- I like to use sea salt flakes. For the best flavour, use sea salt; avoid iodised or table salt.
- If you don’t have a blender or food processor, place the avocado in a medium bowl and mash. Add the yoghurt, lime juice and salt. It will not have the creaminess which is obtained by using a blender or food processor, but it will still be delicious.
- Please note, the nutritional information is based on the dip serving four people. It does not include what it is served with. Please note, the nutritional information is an estimate only.
Nutrition Estimate:
Nutritional Disclaimer:
The nutritional information is an estimate only, and is derived from online calculators. For accurate results, we recommend calculating the nutritional information based on the ingredients and brands you use.
Emily
This dip is so delicious! I used fresh mint from my garden and it tasted so good mixed with the avocado, yogurt and lime!
Alexandra
Hi Emily, I am delighted that you enjoyed the Avocado, Yoghurt and Mint Dip; thank you for letting me know. Fresh mint from your garden would have added wonderful flavour! 🙂
veenaazmanov
Thanks for sharing the options that I can use to enjoy this amazing Dip. Easy, Nutritious and I love it. Avocado is my all time favorite too.
Alexandra
Hello Veena, this is a lovely dip, so easy to make and so many ways to use it. Plus, it’s delicious! I hope that you enjoy it. 🙂
Catherine
This is a great dip, and so refreshing too!
Alexandra
Thanks, Catherine! It does work well as a dressing, too!
Miljana
Avocado and mint is the best combo! This dip is delicious!
Alexandra
I am so glad you enjoyed it – thank you for letting me know!
Lyanna Soria
That looks delish and easy to make too. I for one likes avocados but I don’t think I’ve tried this avocado yogurt and mint dip before.
Alexandra
Thank you so much!
Claire
So refreshing and delicious, and so easy to make!
Alexandra
It is very healthy Claire; so nice to enjoy a snack which is good for us. 🙂
Elizabeth Weitz
Ohhh my hubby would love this! He loves anything with avocado! Sounds delicious!
Alexandra
The flavours are lovely and fresh Elizabeth, I do hope that you try it. 🙂
kumamonjeng
Recently I was fallen in love with avocado and been purchasing every week from the local supermarket whenever I do my groceries shopping. I usually would just cut them and eat them and glad to have found another interesting way to taste my avocado.
Alexandra
This is a lovely dip, I am sure that you will enjoy it. 🙂
Chad
Oh i love a good dip and this one looks so delicious yummm!!! I love mint and avocados. I will try it for sure. thanks a lot.
Alexandra
Chad, I am so pleased that you will try the dip; I am sure that you will enjoy it. 🙂
Norma
The yoghurt, avocado, and mint dip looks delicious. The “iced mint green” color is very refreshing. Great recipe as avocados are in season right now.
Alexandra
Thank you Norma, I do hope that you try making the dip. 🙂