Delicious and Refreshing Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
A creamy, tangy, and herbaceous Greek dip made with fresh cucumber, dill, and Greek yogurt. Quick to prepare and chia for 30 minutes to achieve a vibrant, healthy flavor that pairs perfectly with grilled chicken, vegetables, or pita.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: quick
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: No pork
Ingredients
2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt
1 large peeled and grated cucumber
4 cloves minced garlic
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
Salt to taste
Instructions
Grate the cucumber and mix with 1 tsp salt. Let sit 5-10 minutes to draw out water.
Squeeze excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
Whisk Greek yogurt in a bowl until smooth, then mash to break it down. Add raw garlic and dill.
Mix in olive oil, lemon juice, and salt to taste. Adjust seasonings as desired.
Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor and texture.
Notes
Use a microplane grater for drier cucumber results.
Optional substitute: roast and puree peeled zucchini with 1 tsp salt, drain thoroughly before adding to yogurt.
Sir Thomas can be substituted with vegan yogurt for a plant-based version.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg