Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Creamy, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, also known as tzatziki, is a must-have condiment for any occasion. Made with rich Greek yogurt, crisp English cucumber, aromatic garlic, and fresh dill, this quick 15-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance between zesty and savory. A splash of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil elevate the flavor, while a touch of salt and pepper rounds it out. Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein, this versatile sauce is perfect as a dip for vegetables and pita bread, or as a cooling accompaniment to grilled meats, gyros, and falafel. Easy to make ahead and best served chilled, it’s the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired addition to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Begin by grating the cucumber. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to prevent the sauce from becoming watery.
Mince the garlic cloves finely or use a garlic press.
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the grated and squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference).
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats, gyros, or falafel.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
502 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.4 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1348 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.5 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.0 g | ||
| Protein | 34.2 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 987 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.
