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Tzatziki

Creamy Greek sauce with yogurt, cucumber, garlic and herbs.

Tzatziki is a refreshing yogurt-based sauce often served with grilled meats, vegetables, or as a dip.

Updated 4/30/2025
Tzatziki

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

0 min

Total Time

10 min

Servings

4

Ingredients

  • Cucumber - 1 pc
  • Garlic - 1 clove
  • Lemon - 1 tbsp
  • Yogurt - 250 g
  • Pepper - 1 to taste
  • Sea Salt - 1 to taste
  • Dill - 1 tbsp
  • Olive Oil - 2 tbsp

Directions

  • Step 1

    Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess water.

  • Step 2

    In a bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice and chopped dill.

  • Step 3

    Season with salt and pepper and mix well.

  • Step 4

    Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.

  • Step 5

    Serve chilled.

Cook's Notes

For best results, use thick Greek yogurt and let the sauce rest to develop deeper flavor.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

80
Calories
5g
Fat
3g
Carbs
3g
Protein