Whole30 Classic Tzatziki Sauce
Creamy, tangy, and irresistibly fresh, this Whole30 Classic Tzatziki Sauce is a dairy-free twist on the beloved Mediterranean staple. Made with full-fat coconut milk yogurt, juicy grated cucumber, fragrant garlic, and a burst of zesty lemon juice, this recipe delivers the same luscious texture and refreshing flavor you'd expect from traditional tzatziki—without the dairy. Perfectly seasoned with fresh dill, red wine vinegar, and a touch of salt and pepper, it’s a versatile condiment that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, roasted veggies, or as a cool, creamy dip. With just 15 minutes of prep and compliant with Whole30 and paleo diets, this nutritious sauce is guaranteed to become a go-to favorite for health-conscious food lovers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk yogurt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and discard them.
Grate the cucumber using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated cucumber into a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, and squeeze out the excess moisture.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the coconut milk yogurt, minced garlic, chopped dill, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper.
Fold the squeezed cucumber into the yogurt mixture, ensuring all ingredients are well combined.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the tzatziki sauce to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a sauce or dip alongside your favorite Whole30 compliant dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
336 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.7 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1041 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 848 mg | 18% | |
*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.
