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Tzatziki Sauce

Tzatziki Sauce

This refreshing Tzatziki Sauce is a classic Greek yogurt dip made with cucumber, garlic, and herbs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course dip
Cuisine Greek
Servings 4 servings
Calories 100 kcal

Equipment

  • box grater
  • medium bowl
  • kitchen towel

Ingredients
  

Cucumber

  • ½ medium English cucumber peeled and grated

Salt

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided

Yogurt

  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt at least 2% milk fat

Garlic

  • 1 clove garlic minced

Olive Oil

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil plus more for drizzling

Acid

  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar or freshly squeezed lemon juice

Herbs

  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill fronds about 4 sprigs
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves about 1 sprig

Serving Suggestion

  • warm pita bread or vegetables for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Toss ½ medium peeled and grated English cucumber and ½ teaspoon of the kosher salt together in a medium bowl. Let sit for 5 minutes. Transfer to a clean, lint-free kitchen towel and squeeze to remove the excess liquid. Discard the liquid and return the cucumber to the bowl.
  • Stir in 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill fronds, 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh mint leaves, and the remaining ½ teaspoon kosher salt.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours to allow the flavors time to meld. Taste and season with more kosher salt or vinegar as needed. Drizzle with more olive oil and top with more chopped herbs if desired. Serve with warm pita bread or vegetables if desired.

Notes

This sauce is perfect as a dip with pita or as a condiment for grilled meats and vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 180mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword Appetizer, cucumber sauce, fresh herbs, Greek dip, Tzatziki Sauce, yogurt sauce
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