Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
This Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe is a creamy Greek dip made with cucumber, yogurt, and garlic, perfect for dipping.
Equipment
- box grater
- mixing bowl
- cheese cloth
Ingredients
Cucumber Base
- ¾ unit English cucumber, partially peeled (striped)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- 4 to 5 cloves garlic, peeled, finely grated or minced start with 1 to 2 if you prefer a milder flavor
Flavoring Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Early Harvest Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- Handful chopped fresh dill or mint (optional)
Serving Suggestions
- as needed warm pita bread for serving
- as needed sliced vegetables for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Use a box grater to grate the cucumbers or use a small food processor to finely chop them. Toss the grated cucumbers with ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Squeeze out excess moisture using a cheese cloth or napkin.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the garlic with the remaining ½ teaspoon salt, white vinegar, and olive oil. Mix well.
- Add the grated cucumber to the bowl with the garlic mixture. Stir in the yogurt, pinch of white pepper, and fresh herbs (if using). Combine thoroughly.
- Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving to thicken and meld flavors.
- Before serving, stir the tzatziki to refresh and transfer to a serving bowl. Drizzle with more olive oil, if desired. Serve with veggies or pita.
Notes
This recipe makes a generous 2 cups of sauce; use within 4 days when stored in the fridge in a tightly-covered glass container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 16.3kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1.5gFat: 0.7gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 0.8mgSodium: 78.7mgPotassium: 11.9mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 0.7gVitamin A: 15.6IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 18.4mgIron: 0.1mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!