Description
Make a classic, thick, and refreshing Tzatziki sauce using Greek yogurt, cucumber, dill, and garlic. This easy recipe guarantees the perfect texture for gyros or dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers
- 2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Grate the cucumbers using the large holes of a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of cheesecloth.
- Wrap the towel tightly around the cucumber and squeeze out as much liquid as possible over the sink. This step is key for thick Tzatziki.
- In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Stir all ingredients together until fully mixed.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Tzatziki for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use only full-fat Greek yogurt for the creamiest texture. Do not substitute with regular yogurt unless you strain it first.
- If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, let the minced garlic sit in the lemon juice for 5 minutes before adding it to the yogurt mixture.
- Tzatziki tastes best when made a few hours ahead of time. It keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dip
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 180
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 15