Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
A creamy and refreshing tzatziki sauce perfect for dipping or as a topping for various dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dips
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (preferably full fat)
- 1 medium cucumber (peeled and grated)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (or mint, if preferred)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the peeled cucumber using a box grater. Once grated, place it in a clean kitchen towel and wring out the excess moisture.
- Combine the drained grated cucumber with Greek yogurt in a mixing bowl.
- Add the minced garlic, fresh lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil to the cucumber and yogurt mixture.
- Chop the fresh dill (or mint) finely and incorporate it into the mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow the tzatziki to chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a thicker consistency, strain the yogurt for an hour before mixing. Fresh herbs are key for authentic flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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