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Jalapeño Tzatziki Dip

Jalapeño Tzatziki Dip is ready to rock your next party or potluck... or just revolutionize your current snack status, NBD. This delicious dip always leaves us coming back for more!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 42 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 14 oz 2% or full-fat Greek yogurt*
  • ½ large english cucumber
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 large jalapeno pepper
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 TBSP fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ tsp dried dill (or try fresh!)
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Spoon your yogurt into a medium bowl.
  2. Using the coarse side of a box grater, grate the English cucumber into shreds and give the pile a rough chop. Pat dry with a few paper towels and sprinkle with a teaspoon of salt. Let it sit while you prep the rest of the ingredients, as the salt will help draw out liquid from the cukes, giving you a thicker dip.
  3. Remove the seeds and stem from your jalapeño, setting aside as many seeds as you'd like to add back into the dip to control the spiciness. Mince the jalapeño and garlic. Smash a pinch of salt into the garlic to season and add to your yogurt. Next add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, dill, garlic powders and black pepper. 
  4. Place your shredded cucumber in a stack of paper towels or a clean dishtowel and wring out the liquid, Add to your yogurt and mix it all up! Allow to sit in the fridge for at least an hour or two before serving for best flavor. If you'd like, you can add any additional seasoning to taste too. Have fun with it! Dip may be made in advance as it's great the following day and will keep for approx. four days in the fridge.
  5. For a thinner sauce/dip, blend the entire mixture in a food processor or with an immersion blender until smooth and creamy. Enjoy!

Notes

  • The jalapeño seeds control the heat here so skip them for a milder dip, add a little for a medium zing, or pile them all into your dip for a fiery snack!
  • * I find that regular Greek yogurt (not non-fat) tends to be much creamier in this delish dip! I used two 7 oz containers for my dip. I've also tried it with half sour cream and half non-fat yogurt and it was super yummy too!
  • Dip nutrition facts below are an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 42kcal (2%) Carbohydrates 3g (1%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 1g (2%) Cholesterol 2mg (1%) Sodium 311mg (13%) Potassium 27mg (1%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 65IU (1%) Vitamin C 4.2mg (5%) Calcium 61mg (6%) Iron 0.1mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 42

% Daily Value*

Calories 42kcal 2%
Carbohydrates 3g 1%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 1g 2%
Cholesterol 2mg 1%
Sodium 311mg 13%
Potassium 27mg 1%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 65IU 1%
Vitamin C 4.2mg 5%
Calcium 61mg 6%
Iron 0.1mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.