Tzatziki Gyro Sauce
Creamy, tangy, and refreshingly herby, this Tzatziki Gyro Sauce is the perfect companion to elevate your Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Made with rich Greek yogurt, crisp grated cucumber, and a fragrant mix of fresh dill, garlic, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, this sauce achieves the ideal balance of zest and coolness. A quick prep time of just 15 minutes and a short chill in the fridge intensify the vibrant flavors, making it an irresistible addition to gyros, grilled meats, or as a healthy dip for veggies and pita bread. With its silky texture and authentic taste, this homemade tzatziki recipe will transport your taste buds straight to the Greek Isles while being a breeze to whip up in your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat preferred)
- 1 small Cucumber (seedless or English)
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 tablespoons 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
Start by preparing the cucumber. Peel the cucumber, if desired, then grate it using a box grater or food processor.
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible to prevent the sauce from becoming watery.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, and olive oil.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit your preference.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate the Tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. For the best results, let it chill for 1-2 hours.
Stir the sauce before serving and drizzle with a little extra olive oil if desired. Serve cold as a condiment for gyros, a dip for vegetables, or a topping for grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.3 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.6 g | 58% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 48 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1275 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 16.4 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 288 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 733 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.
