Tzatziki Mexicano
Give your favorite Mediterranean dip a bold Latino twist with this vibrant Tzatziki Mexicano recipe! This creamy fusion combines tangy Greek yogurt with the zest of lime juice, the fresh pop of cilantro, and a spicy kick from jalapeño. Grated cucumber adds refreshing crunch, while garlic and ground cumin lend depth to every bite. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this versatile, no-cook dip that’s perfect for pairing with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a zesty topping for tacos and grilled meats. Packed with bold flavors and effortless to prepare, Tzatziki Mexicano is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for your next fiesta or weeknight meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 0.5 cups Fresh cilantro leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lime juice
- 2 small Garlic cloves
- 1 small Jalapeño
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry all fresh produce.
Peel the cucumber, then grate it using the large holes of a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. Set aside.
Finely chop the fresh cilantro leaves and set them aside.
Mince the garlic cloves and finely dice the jalapeño. If you prefer less heat, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before dicing.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, diced jalapeño, olive oil, salt, ground cumin, and black pepper.
Stir everything together until fully incorporated. Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, lime juice, or black pepper, if desired.
Transfer the Tzatziki Mexicano to a serving dish and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve cold with tortilla chips, sliced vegetables, or as a topping for tacos or grilled meats.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
559 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 49 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 2562 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.4 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 682 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1382 mg | 29% | |
*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.
