Description
Tzatziki sauce is a creamy, refreshing dip combining yogurt, cucumber, and garlic. Perfect for Mediterranean meals, it adds a burst of flavor that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt with minced garlic and lemon juice until well combined.
- Stir in the grated cucumber and chopped dill until evenly mixed.
- Drizzle in olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dip
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For a dairy-free version, substitute Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt or another dairy-free alternative. Experiment by adding fresh herbs like mint or a pinch of cayenne for an extra kick.