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Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip

Name: Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 105 min
Total time: 140 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 1 lb ground pork; 2 tbsp red wine; 1 tbsp fennel seeds, toasted and crushed; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp orange zest; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 1 tbsp dill, finely chopped; 1 tbsp mint, finely chopped; Salt and pepper, to taste

Dive into the delightful flavors of Greece with this savory loukaniko sausage complemented by a zesty lemon and herb dip.

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·By Troy·February 5, 2026

Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip

Prep

35 min

Cook

1 h 45 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Loukaniko Sausage

For the Lemon and Herb Dip

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 299 kcal
Protein: 18.5 g
Carbs: 5 g
Fat: 22.25 g
Fiber: 0.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 1196 kcal
Protein: 74 g
Carbs: 20 g
Fat: 89 g
Fiber: 2 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 lb ground pork	976	60	0	80	0
2 tbsp red wine	25	0	1	0	0
1 tbsp fennel seeds toasted and crushed	20	1	3	1	2
2 cloves garlic minced	9	0	2	0	0
1 tsp orange zest	2	0	1	0	0
1 cup Greek yogurt	150	13	9	8	0
2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed	8	0	2	0	0
1 tbsp dill finely chopped	4	0	1	0	0
1 tbsp mint finely chopped	2	0	1	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Sausage

1
Combine ingredients
Mix ground pork, red wine, crushed fennel seeds, minced garlic, and orange zest in a bowl.
2
Season
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Tip: For an intense flavor, let the sausage marinate overnight and ensure the mix is well-chilled before cooking.

Preparing the Lemon and Herb Dip

1
Combine ingredients
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, and mint.
2
Season
Season with salt and pepper.
3
Chill
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
Tip: For extra zest, add a pinch of lemon zest to the dip.

How to Make Greek Loukaniko Sausage with Lemon and Herb Dip

Total time: 2 h 20 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Sautéing the Sausage
Heat a pan over medium heat and add the marinated sausage mix, shaping it into patties.
2
Grilling the Patties
Grill the sausage patties until golden brown and cooked through.
3
Chilling the Dip
Keep the prepared dip in the fridge until serving time.

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Preparation

Marinating the Sausage

Combine ingredients

Season

Chill