Low Fat Tzatziki Sauce
Low fat tzatziki sauce is a creamy Greek dip made with 2% Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon, and fresh dill. Cool, tangy, and ready in 10 minutes, it’s perfect with pita, vegetables, fish, and grilled meats.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain 2% Greek yogurt thick
- ½ cup finely grated Persian cucumber
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- cracked black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon 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.
- Fold in the drained cucumber until well combined. Taste and add more salt or lemon juice if needed.
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavors blend. Stir before serving.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Low-fat tzatziki may separate slightly as it sits, so stir well before serving. For the best texture and flavor, enjoy it within 2 days. Freezing is not recommended.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve chilled with pita chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- Spoon it over grilled chicken, fish, or roasted vegetables.
- Use it as a spread in wraps, gyros, or sandwiches, or as a topping for Mediterranean-style bowls and salads.
Nutrition
Calories: 55.7kcalCarbohydrates: 3.2gProtein: 5.8gTotal Fat: 2.2gSaturated Fat: 0.8gCholesterol: 3.3mgSodium: 169mgPotassium: 26.8mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 2.6g
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