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Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

This authentic Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe brings Mediterranean flavors to your kitchen.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8
Calories 45 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Fine mesh strainer
  • Clean kitchen towel
  • Garlic press
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Greek yogurt
  • 1 large cucumber grated
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh

Instructions
 

  • Grate cucumber using large holes of grater.
  • Place grated cucumber in clean kitchen towel.
  • Squeeze towel tightly to remove excess water.
  • Mix Greek yogurt in large bowl.
  • Add squeezed cucumber to yogurt mixture.
  • Press garlic cloves through garlic press.
  • Stir minced garlic into yogurt mixture.
  • Drizzle olive oil over the mixture.
  • Add fresh lemon juice to bowl.
  • Mix in chopped fresh dill thoroughly.
  • Season with salt according to taste.
  • Refrigerate for one hour before serving

Notes

  1. Always drain cucumber water for best texture
  2. Use thick Greek yogurt for creamier consistency
  3. Fresh dill tastes better than dried herbs
  4. Chill sauce before serving for optimal flavor
  5. Make ahead - flavors improve over time
Keyword Greek Tzatziki Sauce Recipe