Cucumber Sauce
Elevate your meals with this creamy, refreshing cucumber sauce—an irresistible blend of grated cucumber, tangy Greek yogurt, and aromatic fresh dill. Bursting with bright flavors from lemon juice and a touch of garlic, this versatile sauce is a Mediterranean-inspired delight. Perfectly smooth and satisfying, it's incredibly easy to prepare in just 15 minutes. Serve it as a cool dip for veggies, a luscious spread for wraps and sandwiches, or a flavorful topping for grilled meats and seafood. Whether you're hosting a gathering or seeking a simple yet healthy addition to your meals, this cucumber sauce recipe is a must-try crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater or food processor.
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
Finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press.
In a mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Stir the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are well integrated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dip, side, or topping, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
375 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.2 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.4 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 995 mg | 21% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
