Tzatziki Sauce
This creamy, homemade Tzatziki sauce is made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and dill—perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce. It’s fresh, tangy, and ready in minutes, making it a delicious companion for grilled meats, pita, and veggies. A healthier, more flavorful alternative to store-bought tzatziki sauce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Sauce, Dip
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, unpeeled
- 2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced
- ¾ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber using a box grater (leave peel on for texture).
- Squeeze out excess liquid from the grated cucumber using a tea towel or cheesecloth.
- In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, and salt.
- Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Chill for at least 30 minutes (preferably 2 hours or overnight).
- Serve cold with pita, veggies, or grilled meats.
Notes
- Squeezing the cucumber dry prevents the sauce from becoming watery.
- For a richer version, substitute half the yogurt with sour cream.
- Mint can be used instead of dill.
- Add extra garlic if you prefer a bolder flavor.
- Stir in chopped cucumber at the end for texture, if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 4.5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://cookedbymaya.com/tzatziki-sauce/
