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Tzatziki Sauce

Creamy Tzatziki Sauce that Transforms Every Meal!

This delicious tzatziki sauce is a refreshing and creamy dip that enhances every meal, making it a must-try for any Mediterranean cuisine lover.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Tzatziki Ingredients
  • 1 medium Cucumber Grated and drained
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Full-fat recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil High-quality
  • 0.5 medium Fresh Lemon Juice From half a lemon
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve
  • Grater
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grate the cucumber and drain it in a fine-mesh sieve to remove excess liquid.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained cucumber with Greek yogurt, dill, garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt.
  3. Stir the mixture gently until well blended and creamy.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least two hours to let the flavors meld.
  5. Serve chilled with grilled meats, pita, or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best results, allow the tzatziki to rest for two hours, and always stir before serving as moisture may separate.

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