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Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Creamy and refreshing Easy Tzatziki Sauce recipe made with cucumber, yogurt, and garlic, perfect for dipping or drizzling.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Refrigeration Time 30 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dips and Appetizers
Cuisine Greek
Servings 2 cups
Calories 16.3 kcal

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • mixing bowl
  • Cheese cloth
  • food processor

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup English cucumber, partially peeled striped
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
  • 4 to 5 cloves garlic peeled, finely grated or minced
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • chopped fresh dill or mint handful, optional
  • ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
  • Warm pita bread for serving
  • Sliced vegetables for serving

Instructions
 

  • Use a box grater to manually grate the cucumbers or finely chop them in a small food processor. Toss grated cucumbers with ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Spoon into a cheese cloth and squeeze dry.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine garlic with remaining ½ teaspoon salt, white vinegar, and olive oil. Mix to combine.
  • Add grated cucumber to the garlic mixture. Stir in yogurt, a pinch of white or black pepper, and fresh herbs (if using). Combine well.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving to thicken and meld flavors.
  • Before serving, stir tzatziki sauce, transfer to a bowl, and drizzle with extra virgin olive oil. Serve with veggies or pita.

Notes

This recipe makes 2 cups of sauce, which is enough for about 32 tablespoons. It's best to store tzatziki in a sealed glass container in the fridge and use within 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 16.3kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1.5gFat: 0.7gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 0.8mgSodium: 78.7mgPotassium: 11.9mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.7gVitamin A: 15.6IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 18.4mgIron: 0.1mg
Keyword Cucumber Sauce, Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe, Greek Dips, Mediterranean Recipes, Tzatziki Sauce, Yogurt Dip
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