Description
Tzatziki sauce is the ultimate refreshing dip, combining creamy Greek yogurt with crisp cucumbers and aromatic garlic. This easy-to-make sauce bursts with flavor and adds a delightful touch to your favorite dishes, from grilled meats to fresh veggies. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a cooling companion for spicy meals, tzatziki will transport your taste buds straight to Greece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- Stir in fresh dill and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve garnished with extra dill or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 29
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 3mg