Description
Cool, creamy, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavor, this Easy Authentic Tzatziki Sauce is the perfect quick dip, healthy snack, or easy dinner companion. Made with thick Greek yogurt, crisp cucumber, garlic, lemon, and fresh dill, it delivers bold flavor with minimal effort. Whether you’re looking for fresh breakfast ideas, simple food ideas for gatherings, or a refreshing sauce for grilled meats and wraps, this easy recipe comes together in minutes and elevates any meal.
Ingredients
1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
1 cup grated cucumber (about 1 medium cucumber, drained well)
2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (plus more for garnish)
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash and grate the cucumber using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to prevent a watery sauce.
2. Stir the Greek yogurt in a medium bowl until completely smooth and creamy.
3. Add the drained cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4. Mix thoroughly until evenly combined and smooth.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, preferably 2–4 hours for best flavor.
7. Stir before serving and drizzle with olive oil and fresh dill for garnish.
Notes
Always squeeze the cucumber thoroughly to prevent excess moisture.
Use thick full-fat Greek yogurt or strain regular yogurt for best consistency.
Allow the tzatziki to chill for several hours for deeper, balanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce / Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean / Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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