Keto Zaziki
Elevate your keto-friendly meals with this creamy and refreshing Keto Zaziki recipe! Made with rich, unsweetened full-fat Greek yogurt and vibrant fresh ingredients like cucumber, garlic, and dill, this low-carb take on the classic Mediterranean sauce is perfect for dips, dressings, or as a flavorful complement to grilled meats. The key lies in squeezing out excess moisture from the cucumber to ensure a thick, luxurious texture, while a hint of lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil add a zesty richness to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make zaziki delivers bold flavors without compromising your keto lifestyle. Serve it chilled with crisp veggie sticks or alongside your favorite keto-friendly flatbreads for a true taste of the Mediterranean!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (unsweetened, full-fat)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (finely chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber, then grate it using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. This step ensures the tzatziki doesn't become watery.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove or use a garlic press for a smoother texture.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, dill, salt, and black pepper.
Stir everything together until well mixed. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your preference.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but recommended for maximum flavor.
Serve the tzatziki chilled as a dip with raw low-carb vegetables like cucumber slices, bell pepper sticks, or celery, or use it as a sauce for grilled meats or keto-friendly flatbreads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
471 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.3 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1267 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.1 g | ||
| Protein | 11.3 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 670 mg | 14% | |
*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.
