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Tzatziki sauce served in a black bowl.

Tzatziki Sauce

Chef Jenn
Thick, creamy, garlicky, and loaded with flavor, this authentic Greek Tzatziki recipe is perfect as a dip or as a condiment on all your favorite Greek dishes!
3 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Appetizer, Sauce
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 6
Calories 67 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ English cucumber shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic minced finely
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • salt and white pepper

Instructions
 

  • Shred the cucumber using the coarse side of a cheese grater, then place it in a strainer. Sprinkle with a generous pinch of salt, stir well, and let it drain over a bowl for about 20 minutes.
  • After the draining period, remove excess moisture by either squeezing the cucumber shreds in your hands or wrapping them in a clean kitchen towel and pressing out the liquid. Transfer the squeezed cucumber to a medium bowl.
  • Combine the shredded cucumber with Greek yogurt, finely minced garlic, olive oil, and lemon juice. Stir thoroughly to mix.
  • Season the sauce with salt and white pepper to taste, then it's ready to serve.

Notes

Chef Jenn's Tips

  • Use fresh garlic to ensure a vibrant flavor; remember, the garlic flavor intensifies as the sauce sits.
  • If using regular yogurt instead of Greek, strain three cups of plain yogurt in cheesecloth or paper towels for about 2-3 hours until thick, with about 1 cup of liquid removed.
  • Feel free to enhance your tzatziki with additional ingredients like dill, red onions, capers, or feta, though this classic recipe is delightful as is.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cupCalories: 67kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 7gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 25mgPotassium: 136mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 29IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.1mg

A Note on Nutritional Information

Nutritional information for this recipe is provided as a courtesy and is calculated based on available online ingredient information. It is only an approximate value. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site cannot be guaranteed.

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