Homemade Tzatziki Sauce
This homemade tzatziki sauce has a rich, creamy texture and fresh, vibrant flavors. It combines Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice in a simple 10-minute recipe that works well as a dip, spread, or sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ⅓ cups full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 small cucumber
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ lemon juiced (or substitute with white wine vinegar)
- 1 tsp fresh dill chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp dried mint optional
- 1 tsp sea salt divided
Instructions
Prepare the Cucumber:
- Grate the cucumber using a box grater.
- Place the grated cucumber in a bowl and mix with ½ tsp of salt.
- Transfer to a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Mix the Sauce:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, remaining ½ tsp of salt, and grated cucumber.
- Stir in the optional fresh dill and dried mint. Mix well until fully combined.
Chill and Serve:
- Optionally, cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This will allow the flavors to develop and the Tzatziki to thicken.
- Serve as a dip, sauce, or spread.
Notes
- Full-fat Greek yogurt gives the best texture and creaminess. If you use regular yogurt, strain it for 30 minutes to prevent a runny sauce.
- Chill for at least an hour to let cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and herbs infuse for a more well-rounded flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 7gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 605mgPotassium: 165mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 43IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 81mgIron: 0.3mg
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