Tzatziki Homemade
Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this Tzatziki Homemade recipe is the ultimate Greek dip that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Made with rich and velvety Greek yogurt, crisp grated English cucumber, aromatic garlic, and a hint of fresh dill, this classic tzatziki is elevated with a touch of lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil for a vibrant, zesty finish. Perfectly balanced with just the right seasoning of salt and pepper, this no-cook recipe comes together in only 15 minutes and serves as a versatile, chilled condiment that pairs beautifully with pita bread, fresh veggies, grilled meats, or gyros. Refrigerating it allows the flavors to meld into a refreshing dip or sauce that’s perfect for your next Mediterranean-inspired meal or party spread, making it a must-try for fans of healthy, homemade sauces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Once grated, place the cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Discard the liquid and set the cucumber aside.
In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and minced garlic cloves.
Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl. Mix in the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Stir everything together until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, fresh veggies, or as a sauce for grilled meats or gyros.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 1347 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.6 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 | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| 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.
