Description
A cool and creamy Greek yogurt sauce made with fresh cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. This classic Greek-inspired condiment is refreshing, flavorful, and perfect as a dip, spread, or accompaniment to grilled meats and vegetables.
Ingredients
2 cups Greek yogurt
1 medium cucumber, grated and drained
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Place the Greek yogurt in a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the drained cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Give the tzatziki one final stir and serve chilled.
Notes
Substitute fresh mint for dill for a brighter flavor.
Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for mild heat.
Mix in chopped parsley for extra freshness.
Use roasted garlic for a milder garlic flavor.
Stir in crumbled feta cheese for a richer dip.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and stir before serving.
Do not freeze, as the yogurt may separate after thawing.
Serve chilled with pita, grilled meats, vegetables, wraps, or sandwiches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 recipe
- Calories: 60 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 3.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
