Low Fat Zaziki
Creamy, refreshing, and guilt-free, this Low Fat Zaziki recipe is a lighter twist on the classic Greek dip, perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Made with low-fat Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, fresh dill, and a hint of garlic and lemon, this vibrant dip packs all the tangy, herby goodness you crave—with fewer calories and less fat. It's quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and requires no cooking, making it an ideal addition to your meal prep or last-minute snack. Serve it chilled as a versatile dip for fresh veggies or warm pita bread, or use it as a zesty sauce to pair with grilled chicken, fish, or kebabs. Perfect for Mediterranean cuisine enthusiasts, this low-fat zaziki is a wholesome, flavorful crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Low-fat Greek yogurt (2% fat or less)
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 2 cloves Fresh garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the cucumber: Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Once grated, place the cucumber in a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth and press to remove excess water. You can also squeeze it by hand if you don’t have a sieve.
Finely mince the garlic cloves or use a garlic press to ensure the pieces are very small and evenly distributed.
Chop the fresh dill finely and set aside.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the low-fat Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, tasting and adjusting to your preference.
Mix everything thoroughly until well combined.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the zaziki to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dip with veggies, pita bread, or alongside grilled meats. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
511 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 436 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 907 mg | 19% | |
*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.
