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Tzatziki Recipe

Easy Tzatziki Sauce From Scratch

Homemade tzatziki with fresh cucumber and Greek yogurt that pairs well with homemade pita bread.
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Course: Dips and Sauces
Cuisine: Greek
Keyword: cucumber, Greek yogurt
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 326kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Large Cucumber Grated liquid removed
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 2 Garlic Cloves minced
  • 2 tbsp Dried Dill
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Mint leaves chopped
  • ½ tsp Salt

Instructions

  • Grate Cucumber: With a box grater, grate one whole cucumber with the skin on. Remove the liquid by straining or place your grated cucumber in a dish towel and squeeze over the sink.
  • Add Yogurt: In a large bowl, add 2 cups of Greek yogurt to your ground cucumber.
  • Add Lemon Juice and Olive Oil: juice 1 lemon and add it with the olive oil to your bowl.
  • Add Garlic and Herbs: Finely dice 2 garlic cloves and fresh mint leaves. Add garlic, mint, and dill to the bowl.
  • Mix well: Thoroughly mix all ingredients in a bowl until well combined.
  • Salt to Taste: Start with 1/2 tsp of salt, taste, and adjust as needed.

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Nutrition

Calories: 326kcal