How To Make Tzatziki
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5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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chilling time
10 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4 people
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Calories
139 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek
How To Make Tzatziki
Description
How To Make Tzatziki combines Greek yogurt with grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh mint to create a classic Mediterranean dip. The process includes finely grating the cucumber and squeezing out excess liquid to maintain a thick and creamy consistency. This preparation results in a velvety and slightly tangy sauce with herbal notes from the mint and a subtle bite from the garlic. It is seasoned with sea salt and black pepper and refrigerated briefly before serving to deepen the flavors. Tzatziki is versatile for dipping or as a condiment for grilled meats or pita bread.
The dip’s smooth texture contrasts with the occasional crispness of cucumber, while the lemon juice adds a citrus brightness that balances the richness of the yogurt and garlic. This straightforward method depends on fresh ingredients and proper cucumber preparation to avoid excess moisture. Mint brings a hint of cooling on the palate, complementing the garlic and lemon.
Serve chilled alongside pita bread, crudités, or grilled dishes. It can be customized with variations such as exchanging cucumber with grated courgette or substituting mint for fresh dill based on preference. Ensuring the cucumber is well-drained is essential to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
For a vegan adaptation, plant-based yogurt can be used, but this will alter the characteristic flavor and texture. Reduced-fat Greek yogurt is another option, though it will change the richness of the dip slightly.
Ingredients
- 350 g Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cucumber
- 3 garlic minced, clove
- 0.5 lemon (Juice only)
- 1 handful mint finely chopped, fresh
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Grate 0.5 Cucumber into a bowl and then scoop up some in your hand and squeeze all the juice out into another bowl (save to add to green smoothies), and continue until you have done all the cucumber.
- Add the cucumber to a bowl with 350 g Greek yogurt, 3 Garlic clove, juice of 0.5 Lemon, 1 handful Fresh mint and 1 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Mix well and leave in fridge for 10 minutes before serving. Serve with pita bread and crudités.
Notes
- Squeeze out all excess liquid from grated cucumber to keep the dip from becoming watery.
- You can replace cucumber with grated courgette or use a mix of both for variation.
- Mint can be swapped for fresh dill to change the herbal notes.
- Use reduced-fat Greek yogurt if desired, but expect a less rich flavor.
- For a vegan version, substitute Greek yogurt with plant-based yogurt.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 139 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 139kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Sodium | 72mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 76mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 9.1mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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