Gyro Sauce
Elevate your Mediterranean-inspired meals with this deliciously creamy Gyro Sauce, a homemade take on the classic Greek tzatziki. This recipe combines the tangy richness of full-fat Greek yogurt with the refreshing crunch of finely grated cucumber, perfectly balanced by zesty lemon juice, aromatic fresh dill, and a hint of garlic. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together, creating a velvety texture that’s as versatile as it is flavorful. In just 15 minutes of prep time, this irresistible sauce comes together, ready to chill and develop its bold, vibrant taste. Ideal as a topping for tender gyros, a dipping sauce for pita bread or veggies, or even a light condiment for wraps and roasted meats, this gyro sauce is an absolute must-have for your next Mediterranean feast!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
- 1 small Cucumber (English or seedless)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a fine grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel, and squeeze out the excess moisture to avoid a watery sauce.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt and the grated, drained cucumber.
Mince the garlic cloves finely, or use a garlic press for a smoother texture. Add the minced garlic to the bowl.
Stir in the chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the gyro sauce chilled as a topping for gyros, a sauce for pita sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables or bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 35 mg | 12% | |
| Sodium | 1270 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 23.8 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 298 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 774 mg | 16% | |
*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.
