Tzatziki Sauce Recipe
A refreshing, creamy, and herby Greek dip made with yogurt, cucumber, lemon juice, garlic, and fresh herbs—ready in minutes and perfect for any summer meal.
Ingredients
- - 1 cup full-fat Greek yogurt
- - 1 medium cucumber grated and drained
- - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- - 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
- - 1 garlic clove finely minced
- - 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
- - 1 tablespoon fresh mint chopped
- - 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
Instructions
- Grate the cucumber using a box grater. Use the large holes to retain texture.
- Squeeze out as much water as possible using a clean towel or paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, mint, and salt.
- Mix until smooth and well-combined. Chill for at least 30 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
- For extra tang, add a splash of white vinegar.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried—use half the quantity.
- For a thicker sauce, use strained yogurt or hang your yogurt in cheesecloth before mixing.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- You can substitute fresh herbs with dried—use half the quantity.
- For a thicker sauce, use strained yogurt or hang your yogurt in cheesecloth before mixing.