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Tzatziki Sauce

Name: Tzatziki Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: greek
Ingredients: 3 cup yogurt (thick, full-fat Greek yogurt); 1 pcs cucumber (large, grated and squeezed dry); 3 pcs garlic (cloves, minced); 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin); 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 2 tbsp dill (fresh, finely chopped); 1 pinch salt

RATING

4.6/5(187)

TASTE SCORE

8/10

A cool, creamy Greek yogurt dip loaded with grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a punch of garlic. Perfect as a sauce for grilled meats, a dip for warm pita, or a refreshing spread in wraps and sandwiches.

PREP

15m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

194 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

3 cupyogurt · thick, full-fat Greek yogurt1 pcscucumber · large, grated and squeezed dry3 pcsgarlic · cloves, minced2 tbspolive oil · extra virgin1 tbsplemon juice · freshly squeezed2 tbspdill · fresh, finely chopped1 pinchsalt

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

194

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein10g · 21%

Carbs17g · 35%

Fat10g · 46%

Fiber0g

Sugar14g

Saturated fat3g

Cholesterol11mg

Sodium167mg

Potassium555mg

Phosphorus287mg

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METHOD · 4 STEPS

prep · ~5 min
Prepare the cucumber.
1.Grate the cucumber using a box grater.
2.Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
3.Squeeze firmly over the sink to remove as much water as possible.
TIPRemoving the water is essential — it keeps the tzatziki thick and prevents it from becoming watery.
mix · ~2 min
Combine the base ingredients.
1.In a mixing bowl, add the thick Greek yogurt.
2.Add the squeezed-dry cucumber.
3.Add the minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice.
4.Stir until everything is evenly distributed.
mix · ~1 min
Season and finish.
1.Fold in the chopped fresh dill.
2.Add a pinch of salt and mix well.
TIPFresh dill is classic, but you can use fresh mint for a different flavor profile.
rest · ~30 min
Chill before serving.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. The tzatziki will thicken as it chills.
TIPMaking it a few hours ahead or overnight yields the deepest flavor.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use a box grater's large holes for a pleasant cucumber texture in the sauce.
2
Squeeze every drop of liquid from the grated cucumber or the tzatziki will turn watery.
3
For the thickest consistency, use full-fat Greek yogurt and avoid low-fat or regular yogurt.
4
Let the tzatziki rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes so the garlic and dill flavors meld.
5
If you prefer a milder garlic kick, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for 5 minutes before mixing.

RECIPE VARIATIONS

Adapt it for your goals.

minty fresh

Minty fresh

Replace the fresh dill with an equal amount of chopped fresh mint for a brighter, more herbaceous version that pairs beautifully with lamb.

low oil

Low-oil

Reduce the olive oil to 1 teaspoon and add a splash of water or white wine vinegar; this cuts calories while keeping the tangy, creamy texture intact.

vegan