Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
This Tzatziki Sauce Recipe is an easy, healthy no-cook condiment that brightens up any appetizer or main dish with Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, and a splash of lemon juice.
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% or whole milk)
- 1/2 large cucumber grated and squeezed
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice about half a lemon sub lime juice for a tangy twist
- 2 cloves garlic minced (use roasted garlic for a milder flavor)
- 1-2 tbsp fresh dill finely chopped (flat-leaf parsley works too)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil optional drizzle for richness
- 1/4 tsp sea salt adjust to taste
- 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper sub white pepper if preferred
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber, sprinkle salt, let sit, and then squeeze out excess water.
- Stir Greek yogurt and lemon juice until smooth and slightly whipped.
- Fold in minced garlic and chopped dill gently.
- Mix in the squeezed cucumber into the yogurt mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil, stir in salt and pepper, adjust to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors.
Notes
To remove excess cucumber moisture, grate and press in a clean towel. Flavors deepen over time. Serve chilled or at room temperature, no heating needed.
Nutrition
Calories: 50kcal
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