Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
Learn how to make a refreshing and creamy Tzatziki Sauce at home with this easy recipe. This Mediterranean-inspired sauce is perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce, adding a burst of flavor to your dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus chilling)
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 large cucumber (peeled, seeded, and finely grated)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Cucumber: Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, drained cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors develop.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a dip, spread, or sauce.
Notes
Notes:
- For extra tang, add a splash of red wine vinegar.
- Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture.
- Tzatziki keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 2mg
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