Creamy Tzatziki Sauce
Experience the refreshing, creamy delight of homemade tzatziki sauce, a must-have dip that enhances grilled meats, fresh veggies, and pita. With its perfect balance of tangy yogurt, crisp cucumber, and fragrant herbs, this versatile sauce is ideal for barbecues or as an appetizer at gatherings. Easy to prepare and customizable, tzatziki will elevate your culinary creations and keep your taste buds craving more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients
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- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated (about 1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, and dill. Mix until creamy yet slightly chunky.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a dip or drizzle over grilled meats or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 29
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg