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Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Easy Tzatziki Sauce

This fresh tzatziki sauce recipe brings authentic Greek flavors to your kitchen with just a few simple ingredients. Creamy Greek yogurt combines with crisp cucumber, fresh herbs, and garlic to create the perfect dip or condiment for Mediterranean dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Condiment
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup cucumber, finely grated
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped optional

Equipment

  • Box grater
  • Kitchen towel
  • Medium Bowl
  • Microplane grater

Method
 

  1. Prepare the cucumber: Grate the cucumber using the largest holes on a box grater. Place the grated cucumber on a clean kitchen towel.
  2. Remove excess water: Gently squeeze the cucumber in the towel to remove as much moisture as possible. You can also press it lightly between paper towels. This step is crucial for preventing watery tzatziki.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix the squeezed cucumber with Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, salt, dill, and mint (if using).
  4. Chill and serve: Refrigerate the tzatziki for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together. Stir gently before serving if needed.

Notes

Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Pro Tips: Use a microplane grater for the garlic to avoid large chunks. Salt the grated cucumber and let it sit for 10 minutes before squeezing for maximum water removal.
Serving Ideas: Perfect with pita bread, fresh vegetables, grilled meats, gyros, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.