Vancouver Greek Restaurant Tzatziki
Experience the creamy, tangy delight of Vancouver Greek Restaurant Tzatziki, an authentic and refreshing dip that’s bursting with Mediterranean flavors. Made with rich, full-fat Greek yogurt, freshly grated cucumber, and a perfect balance of minced garlic, dill, and bright lemon juice, this traditional tzatziki recipe is a true crowd-pleaser. The addition of extra-virgin olive oil gives it a silky texture, while a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper elevate its vibrant taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dip pairs beautifully with warm pita, crisp veggies, or as a zesty accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood. Refrigeration allows the flavors to meld into a cool, creamy masterpiece, making it the perfect appetizer or condiment for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat)
- 1 medium Cucumber (English or Persian, grated)
- 2 cloves Garlic (finely minced or grated)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and grate it using a coarse grater. Place the grated cucumber in a fine mesh sieve or a clean kitchen towel, and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This step prevents the tzatziki from becoming watery.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, and olive oil. Stir until well combined.
Season the mixture with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the tzatziki a good stir. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil and a small sprig of dill, if desired.
Serve chilled with warm pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a condiment for grilled meat or seafood.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.9 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.8 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 1352 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.7 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.1 g | ||
| Protein | 44.3 g | 89% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 516 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 920 mg | 20% | |
*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.
