How to Make Tzatziki Sauce

homemade Tzatziki sauce in a bowl with fresh dill and a lemon segment on the side.

5 from 10 votes

Tzatziki is a refreshing (and healthy!) chilled sauce, spread or dip that takes only a few minutes to make. This authentic Greek yogurt and cucumber sauce is so versatile.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Sauce & Dips, Snack

Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Servings: servings

Author: Grace Vallo

Equipment

Cheese grater (with a coarse setting)

Ingredients

2 cups non-fat plain Greek yogurt
1 English cucumber
1 lemon juiced
2 large garlic cloves minced
2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

Remove the ends of the cucumber. Use a cheese grater’s coarse setting to grate the unpeeled cucumber. Squeeze out excess liquid from grated cucumber with paper towels.
Mix together yogurt, grated cucumber, olive oil, dill, lemon juice, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
Enjoy right away or chill before serving.

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Notes

You can use full-fat or partial fat Greek yogurt if preferred.
Keeps well in the fridge for 5-7 days, covered.

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