Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

4.86 from 55 votes

This Tzatziki Sauce Recipe uses refreshing cucumber, creamy Greek yogurt, and fresh dill and comes together in just 10 minutes! Learn how to make this thick and creamy (never runny) tzatziki and serve it with pita bread, fresh vegetables, crackers, falafel, or wrapped in these easy chicken gyros.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Appetizer, Condiment, Sauce, Snack

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian

Keyword: homemade tzatziki, Tzatziki, tzatziki sauce, tzatziki sauce recipe, what is tzatziki

Servings: cups (approx.)

Author: Jessica Randhawa

Ingredients

1 large English cucumber approximately 1 cup shredded cucumber, packed), peeling is not necessary
2 cups plain full-fat Greek yogurt
½ lemon juiced
2-3 cloves garlic minced
1-2 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
salt and pepper to taste
2 teaspoon olive oil good quality

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Instructions

Prepare the Cucumber: Shred or grate the cucumber and transfer it to the center of a cheesecloth, fine mesh strainer, or double-lined paper towel. Gather the cheesecloth at the center to make a little sack and squeeze as much excess moisture from the cucumber as possible.
Combine: Combine the cucumber, yogurt, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, fresh dill, salt, and black pepper in a medium mixing bowl. Mix well to combine. Season with additional salt and black pepper, to taste.
Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes or up to two hours.
Serve: Drizzle with 1-2 teaspoons of good quality olive oil and serve chilled with your favorite crackers, vegetables, or grilled meat.

Notes

Keep leftovers stored in an airtight container and in the refrigerator. Enjoy within 3 days or so.

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