Cucumber Yogurt Sauce for Gyros
Brighten up your gyros with this refreshing and creamy Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired condiment bursting with flavor! Made with velvety Greek yogurt, crisp grated cucumber, zesty lemon juice, and fragrant fresh dill, this quick-to-make sauce is the perfect marriage of tangy and savory. A touch of garlic and a drizzle of olive oil enhance the depth of flavor, while just a pinch of salt and pepper ties it all together. Ready in just 10 minutes (plus chill time), this sauce isn’t just a gyro essential—it also makes a versatile dip for pita bread or fresh veggies. Wholesome, vibrant, and easy to prepare, this Cucumber Yogurt Sauce is your ticket to authentic gyro bliss!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber, then cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds.
Grate the cucumber using a box grater or a food processor. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much water as possible.
Peel and mince the garlic clove finely.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, fresh dill, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Stir the mixture until well combined. Add salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting seasoning as desired.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a topping for gyros or as a side dip for pita bread or vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
80 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.7 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 266 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 187 mg | 4% | |
*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.
