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Mediterranean Beetroot Yogurt Dip

Posted on Sep 25th, 2025
by Giorgos Tsoulis
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  • Appetizer
  • Dips & Spreads
  • Vegetarian Recipes
Beetroot Dip

This Mediterranean Beetroot Yogurt Dip is as beautiful as it is healthy and delicious. The natural sweetness of beetroot blends with yogurt, fragrant thyme, and a hint of garlic (of course!) to create a smooth, refreshing mousse. A drizzle of olive oil ties it all together, giving the dip a silky finish and a bright, earthy flavor that pairs wonderfully with seafood. It’s light, nutritious, and packed with color—an eye-catching addition to any meal.

But its versatility is what makes it truly special. You can enjoy it on its own, spread over a slice of rustic bread, or serve it as a dip alongside vegetable sticks, crackers, or grilled meats. It also doubles as a sauce, lifting the flavors of fish, roasted vegetables, or even grain bowls. Whether as a quick snack or a dinner party side, this dip adds a Mediterranean touch of freshness to your table.

Enjoy!

Beetroot Dip

Mediterranean Beetroot Yogurt Dip

Giorgos Tsoulis
A creamy, vibrant dip made with beetroot, yogurt, garlic, and thyme—perfect as a sauce for fish, a spread on fresh bread, or a colorful addition to any appetizer table.
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Sauce and Dips
Cuisine International
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 boiled beetroots
  • 400 g yogurt (full-fat, unsweetened)
  • ½ tsp vinegar
  • leaves from 4 sprigs of thyme (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves finely minced
  • 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a food processor, blend the beetroots, vinegar, thyme, and garlic until smooth.
  • In a bowl, combine the yogurt, olive oil, and beetroot purée. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix until fully combined. Serve immediately or chilled.

Notes

Chef’s Tip: This recipe is an ideal dip for fish and pairs well with grilled seafood or crusty bread.
Mediterranean Beetroot Yogurt Dip
Mediterranean Beetroot Yogurt Dip
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Giorgos Tsoulis

Celebrity Chef Giorgos Tsoulis specializes in modern Mediterranean cuisine and his recipes are widely appreciated not just in Greece and Cyprus but also around the world. He has been the executive chef of numerous successful Greek restaurants, while at the same time hosting many popular culinary TV shows in Greece and Cyprus. Giorgos Tsoulis is passionate about educating his fans in more sustainable and healthy cooking and eating while making the most of the flavors of the ingredients. As sustainable cuisine ambassador for WWF Hellas, he plays a key role in cooking activations that relate to the European #Eat4Change program, as well as the #Farm2Fork program.

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