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Tzatziki Sauce

A tangy and fresh Greek yogurt cucumber dip that's incredibly easy to make at home, perfect for parties or weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Full-fat is recommended for better taste.
  • 1 English cucumber Peeled and seeds scooped out.
  • 2 cloves garlic Fresh, minced.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Use high-quality olive oil.
  • 1 pinch salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 pinch black pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill Chopped, optional but recommended.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grate the cucumber and wrap it in a kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess water as possible.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, squeezed cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and dill.
  3. Stir the mixture until smooth and well combined.
  4. Taste the tzatziki and adjust salt or lemon juice if necessary.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Tzatziki gets better the next day. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Stir before serving and add more Greek yogurt if it seems runny.