Warm Dates in Yogurt Sauce

Cooking dates brings out a rich caramel texture that’s out of this world when paired with cool, creamy yogurt.

What You Get

Medjool dates

Whole-milk Greek yogurt

Lemon

Pita bread

What You’ll Need

Olive oil

Salt

Makes 4 servings

Active Time: 5 minutes 

Total Time: 10 minutes 

Step 1

In a nonstick frying pan over low heat, warm 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the dates and sauté until the outsides are crispy and a bit golden, 5 to 7 minutes. 

Step 2

In a small bowl, stir together the yogurt, the juice of ½ lemon, and a pinch of salt. 

Step 3

Pour the dates and olive oil over the yogurt sauce. Scoop up with a warmed pita and devour (just be sure to eat around the pits). 

Contains: milk, wheat.