4.8 from 63 votes
Tzatziki Sauce
Tzatziki Sauce is a creamy, tangy dip made from Greek yogurt blended with finely grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh dill. The cucumber is thoroughly drained to prevent excess liquid, resulting in a thick, refreshing sauce. Olive oil, salt, and pepper balance the flavors, making it a cool complement for pita, chips, or vegetables. The chilled mixture allows the ingredients to meld, enhancing the sauce's fresh, bright taste and creamy texture.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
10
Calories:
42 kcal
Course:
Snacks
Cuisine:
Greek
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber I don’t peel it, but you can, medium
- 2 cups yogurt plain, Greek
- 2 garlic peeled and finely minced or pressed, cloves
- 1-2 lemon juice to taste, fresh, tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- pita bread pita chips, or cut up vegetables, for serving
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber, using the large holes of a box grater.
- Place the grated cucumber on a paper towel or clean towel and squeeze out the excess water. Squeeze as much liquid out as you can. Alternatively, you can place the grated cucumber in a small strainer over a bowl. Sprinkle each layer with a little kosher salt cover and refrigerate overnight to remove the water. This obviously takes longer, so I always use the quick squeezing method. I think it works well.
- In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, fresh dill, salt, and pepper. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 20 to 30 minutes so the flavors can meld.
- When ready to serve, stir and taste. Season with additional salt, pepper, lemon, or dill, if necessary. You can also drizzle a little olive oil on top and garnish with fresh dill. Serve with pita bread, pita chips, or cut up vegetables.
- Store the tzatziki in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Cup of Yum
Nutrition Information
Calories
42kcal
(2%)
Carbohydrates
3g
(1%)
Protein
4g
(8%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
2mg
(1%)
Sodium
131mg
(5%)
Potassium
107mg
(2%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
40IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
2mg
(2%)
Calcium
51mg
(5%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 10 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 42kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 131mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 107mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 40IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 51mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.