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Bowl of homemade tzatziki sauce made with yogurt, cucumber, and garlic

Tzatziki Sauce

A creamy and tangy tzatziki sauce that enhances any dish, made with fresh ingredients like cucumber, garlic, and dill.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dip, Sauce
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Calories: 125
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 large English cucumber Substitute with Persian cucumbers if desired.
  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt Non-dairy yogurt can be used as an alternative.
  • 2 cloves Fresh garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Bottled lemon juice can be used if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil Any mild oil can replace it.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh dill Fresh mint can also be experimented with.
  • to taste Salt Adjust to your preference.
  • to taste Black pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Grate the cucumber on the large holes of a box grater.
  2. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and let it sit in a fine mesh strainer or colander for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Gather the grated cucumber in your hands or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as you can.
  4. Add the Greek yogurt to a medium bowl.
  5. Stir in the drained cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and black pepper until everything is well combined.
  6. Taste and adjust salt, lemon, and garlic to your liking.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  8. Give it a good stir before serving.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about three days. It's best enjoyed fresh. Avoid freezing as the texture may become watery.