Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
Homemade tzatziki sauce is a creamy Greek dip made with thick yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon, and fresh dill. Cool, tangy, and refreshing, it’s perfect with pita chips, vegetables, grilled meats, or Mediterranean-style dishes. The recipe can easily be doubled to make a party-sized dip.
Ingredients
- 1 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
- ½ cup finely grated Persian cucumber
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
- 1 small minced garlic clove
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- Cracked black pepper
- Extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater.
- Place the grated cucumber in a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Stir the cucumber into the yogurt mixture until well combined. Taste and adjust with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to let the flavors blend.
Notes
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Stir before serving, as some liquid may separate.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled as a dip with pita chips, fresh vegetables, or low sugar fruits like fresh figs, blackberries, or avocado.
- Spoon it over grilled meats, lamb, or fish.
- Use it as a spread in wraps, gyros, or sandwiches, or as a topping for Mediterranean-style bowls and salads.
Nutrition
Calories: 137.7kcalCarbohydrates: 11.2gProtein: 21.2gTotal Fat: 0.9gSaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 655.3mgPotassium: 389mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 7.8gNet Carbohydrates: 10.8g
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