Description
A refreshing and creamy Tzatziki Sauce Dip that is perfect for dipping pita bread, vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats. This Greek-inspired sauce is made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, and olive oil for a burst of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Greek Yogurt Mixture:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 large cucumber, grated and excess water squeezed out
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Tzatziki Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir until well blended.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled as a dip for pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats and gyros.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce briefly in a food processor.
- If making ahead, keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip, Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 2 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 2 mg
