Authentic Greek Tzatziki
A creamy, herbaceous Greek dip made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice. Perfect as a condiment for grilled meats, flatbreads, or veggie dips. Adjust to your flavor preferences and enjoy fresh or chilled.
- Prep Time: 15
- Total Time: 15
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1 large Persian or English cucumber
2–3 cloves garlic, minced
1–2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (or parsley)
1–2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1–2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Salt to taste
Instructions
Grate the cucumber using the fine side of a box grater
Place grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel, twist to remove excess moisture
Let drain in a strainer for 5 minutes
In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes
Stir in minced garlic and chopped dill or parsley
Adjust seasoning to taste and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving
Notes
Properly draining the cucumber is critical to prevent sogginess
Optional olive oil enhances richness; skip for lighter texture
Use freshly ground salt for better absorption of flavors
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg