Tzatziki
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
1 hr 10 mins
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Total Time
9 mins
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Servings
16 servings
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Calories
40 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Greek
Tzatziki
Description
This Tzatziki recipe blends plain Greek yogurt with coarsely grated English cucumber that has been thoroughly pressed to remove as much liquid as possible. Garlic cloves add pungency, while fresh dill introduces herbal notes. A combination of lemon juice and zest boosts the sauce's tanginess, balanced by smooth extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with kosher salt to taste.
The emphasis on squeezing out excess moisture from the cucumber ensures the tzatziki remains thick and creamy rather than runny. The ingredients are combined and refrigerated for at least an hour, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify. The resulting sauce is cool and refreshing with a vibrant green flecked appearance from dill and cucumber.
Tzatziki serves well as a condiment or dip paired with grilled meats, pita bread, or fresh vegetables. It can be stored for up to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Using English cucumbers simplifies preparation due to their thin skin, but peeled garden cucumbers can be substituted if necessary.
Ingredients
- 2 cups yogurt plain, Greek
- 1 English cucumber long
- 2 cloves garlic peeled and minced
- 2 tablespoon dill finely chopped
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- kosher salt to taste
Instructions
- Grate cucumber coarsely over a strainer and large bowl. Squeeze and press out as much water as you can.
- In a bowl, combine grated cucumber with yogurt, garlic, dill, olive oil, lemon juice and zest, and salt.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour to chill and allow the flavours to meld.
Notes
- Remove excess moisture from grated cucumber by squeezing through a sieve or wrapping in towels to prevent a watery sauce.
- Use English cucumber skin-on for convenience or peel garden cucumbers if skins are tough.
- Chill the tzatziki in the refrigerator for at least one hour to allow flavors to develop fully before serving.
- Store in airtight container for up to four days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 40 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoon | |
| Calories | 40kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 27mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1.6mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 37mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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