Description
Tzatziki sauce is a creamy, refreshing Greek dip made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and herbs. This versatile dip is perfect for serving with gyros, pita bread, grilled meats, or fresh veggies. It's a healthy, light, and flavorful addition to your Mediterranean meals that’s easy to make and full of delicious flavors.
Ingredients
1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
1 small cucumber, grated (about ½ cup)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
1 teaspoon white vinegar (optional)
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried dill)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Prepare the Cucumber:
Grate the cucumber using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out any excess liquid to avoid a watery sauce. -
Mix the Base:
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and vinegar (if using). Stir until smooth and creamy. -
Add Cucumber and Herbs:
Fold in the grated cucumber and fresh dill (or dried dill). Mix everything until well-combined. -
Season:
Taste the mixture and season with salt and pepper as needed, adjusting to your flavor preferences. -
Chill:
Cover and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. -
Serve:
Serve the chilled tzatziki sauce as a dip for pita bread, fresh veggies, or grilled meats, or as a topping for gyros.
Notes
This recipe makes about 1 cup of tzatziki sauce, serving 4-6 people.
You can use mint instead of dill for a different flavor profile.
For a dairy-free option, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika for a spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dip, Sauce, Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (serves 4-6 people)
