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Tzatziki in a bowl.

The Best Tzatziki Sauce

Amy Duska
This fresh tzatziki recipe is rich, creamy and full of flavor! The garlic, cucumber, and dill are sure to complement any summer dish you’re grilling up for dinner.
5 from 4 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Servings 6

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup greek yogurt full fat is best
  • ½ cup grated cucumber about half of one large cucumber
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill

Instructions
 

  • Use a cheese grater to grate the cucumber into a bowl. Squeeze the grated cucumber to help release as much extra moisture as possible. Drain the extra moisture from the bowl. Mince the fresh garlic using a knife or a garlic press.
  • Add the greek yogurt, garlic, olive. oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper and dill to the bowl and stir until the ingredients are fully combined.
  • Allow the tzatziki to chill in the fridge for 2 hours. Before serving make sure to give it a taste and add more salt and pepper if needed.
  • Keep stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 43kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 109mgPotassium: 67mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg