Tzatziki is a Greek dip made with creamy yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, and fresh herbs. It's the perfect sauce to pair with any Mediterranean meal, and it works great as a dip for pita bread and veggies. With its refreshing flavor, tzatziki is a must-try, addictive recipe!
Bring the flavors of your favorite Greek restaurant home with this easy tzatziki sauce (AKA Greek cucumber yogurt sauce!)
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🥒 What is Tzatziki?
Tzatziki is a traditional Greek dip made with a base of creamy yogurt, mixed with grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and fresh herbs such as dill or mint. The yogurt provides a tangy, creamy texture, while the cucumber adds a crisp freshness and the garlic and herbs bring a burst of flavor to the dip.
Tzatziki is incredibly versatile as it can be served as a dip with pita bread or crackers, used as a sauce for grilled meats, or spread on sandwiches and Chicken Gyros. Its light and refreshing taste make it a popular choice in Mediterranean cuisine.
While it's commonly known as a Greek dish, you'll find variations of tzatziki in Southeast Europe and The Middle East.
Tzatziki is super easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients that you might have on hand already!
🥘 Ingredients
- English cucumber
- Greek yogurt
- Lemon juice
- Garlic
- Dill
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
🔪 Instructions
- Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer, pressing down on it to remove moisture.
2. Add the tzatziki ingredients to a bowl and stir to blend.
3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to infuse into the yogurt.
4. Serve with your favorite Mediterranean foods!
🍴 Storage
Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
🌟 Top Tips
- Make sure to press or squeeze as much moisture out of the grated cucumber as possible. This will guarantee you don't have watery tzatziki sauce.
- For the best flavor, allow the tzatziki to rest in the refrigerator for at least an hour or overnight.
🥙 Serving Suggestions
Tzatziki is a versatile sauce/dip that pairs perfectly with a variety of different foods. A few ideas include:
- Drizzle it on Chicken Gyros
- Use it as a veggie dip (carrots, cucumbers, etc.)
- Serve it with souvlaki (Greek skewers)
- Enjoy it with pita chips or warm Pita Bread
- Use it as a sandwich spread
- Drizzle it over grilled chicken, roasted lamb, meatballs or pork
💭 FAQs
Tzatziki and hummus are actually both healthy dips that offer different nutritional benefits. Tzatziki is lower in calories and fat and it is also high in protein and calcium, but hummus is a good source of fiber and healthy fats. Both dips are a great addition to a balanced diet!
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📋 Recipe
Greek Tzatziki
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- ½ English cucumber grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- black pepper just a pinch
Instructions
- Place grated cucumber in a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth. Press or squeeze out as much moisture as you can.
- In a bowl, mix together the yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, dill, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Serve chilled with pita bread, grilled meats, or fresh veggies.
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