Description
Elevate your meals with this refreshing tzatziki sauce, a beloved Greek dip that combines creamy Greek yogurt with crisp cucumber and aromatic garlic. Perfect as a dip for fresh veggies, a topping for grilled meats, or a flavorful dressing, this tzatziki brings a vibrant touch to any dish. With its cool and tangy profile, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat)
- 1 medium cucumber (grated)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and grate the cucumber; then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, dill, lemon juice, salt, and olive oil.
- Mix until smooth and creamy; adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let tzatziki sit for at least two hours before serving. You can substitute regular yogurt for Greek yogurt for a lighter version. Add fresh mint for an aromatic twist.