5.0 from 9 votes
Tzatziki Sauce
This easy Tzatziki makes a great dip, spread, or sauce. It's delicious on gyros and other sandwiches or try a dollop on a soup or salad. Or, enjoy with fresh veggies and a pile of warm pita bread.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Additional Time
30 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 7 servings (1/4 cup each)
Calories: 151 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
Greek , American
Ingredients
- 1 cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber (see note 1)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons fresh dill
- 1 teaspoon garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
- olive oil
Instructions
- Shred the cucumber or chop in food processor. Toss with 1/2 teaspoon salt and set over a strainer or paper towels (a coffee filter also works well) and let sit for 20 to 30 minutes. Squeeze cucumber to remove as much liquid as possible.
- In a medium bowl, combine yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, dill, garlic, and white wine vinegar. Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper). Drizzle lightly with olive oil. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 4 days for flavors to meld.
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Notes
- Cucumber: Peel, grate, and strain this before incorporating into your tzatziki sauce so the condiment doesn’t get too watery.
- Yield: This recipe makes 1 3/4 cups Tzatziki sauce, enough for 7 servings (1/4 cup each).
- Storage: Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Make ahead: Make the tzatziki up to 3 days in advance. Stir well to recombine before serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.25 cup
Calories
151kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
14g
(5%)
Protein
22g
(44%)
Fat
1g
(2%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
10mg
(3%)
Sodium
77mg
(3%)
Potassium
586mg
(17%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
162IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
255mg
(26%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 7servings (1/4 cup each)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 151
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25 cup | |
| Calories | 151kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 22g | 44% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 77mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 586mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 162IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 255mg | 26% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.