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Tzatziki Sauce
This traditional Mediterranean condiment boasts a creamy texture with a burst of freshness from garlic, tangy yogurt, and zesty lemon. Perfect for adding a refreshing kick to grilled meats or as a dip for veggies, this easy-to-make sauce is a must-try for lovers of Greek cuisine.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 58 kcal
Course:
Condiments
Cuisine:
Mediterranean , Greek
Ingredients
- 300 g Greek yoghurt
- 100 g cucumber
- 2 Cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Dill
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp vinegar
Instructions
- Wash the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. You can leave the skin on if it's thin, otherwise, peel it.
- Once grated, place the cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step is important to prevent the tzatziki from becoming watery.
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely and chop the fresh dill finely.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, salt, black pepper, vinegar (or lemon juice), and olive oil then Stir the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined.
- Taste the tzatziki and adjust the seasoning according to your preference. You can add more salt, pepper, or vinegar if needed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the tzatziki into an airtight container - try to refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 1 hour before serving. This allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the taste of the sauce.
- Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh dill before serving, if desired. Serve it as a dip with pita bread, vegetables, or as a condiment for grilled meats or sandwiches.
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Notes
- Nutritional facts:
- The provision of nutritional information is done so merely as a courtesy and should not be taken as a guarantee.
Nutrition Information
Calories
58kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
2g
(1%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
5mg
(2%)
Sodium
193mg
(8%)
Potassium
84mg
(2%)
Fiber
0.2g
(1%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
54IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Vitamin D
0.04µg
Calcium
51mg
(5%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 58
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 58kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 193mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 84mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 54IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Vitamin D | 0.04µg | 0% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.