Description
Tzatziki sauce is a creamy, refreshing dip that captures the essence of the Mediterranean with its delightful blend of yogurt, cucumber, and garlic. Perfect for enhancing grilled meats, fresh vegetables, or simply enjoyed with pita bread, this versatile sauce adds a burst of flavor to any meal. With just a few simple ingredients and effortless preparation, you can create this crowd-pleaser at home and elevate your culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and excess moisture removed
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tbsp fresh dill or mint, chopped (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare cucumber: Wash thoroughly and grate; squeeze out excess moisture using a clean cloth.
- Mince garlic: Peel and finely chop garlic cloves.
- Mix ingredients: In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, herbs, and salt; stir until well blended.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Add more salt as needed for flavor balance.
- Chill: Cover the mixture and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg