Easy Authentic Tzatziki Sauce
A refreshing and creamy tzatziki sauce made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and herbs, perfect for dipping or as a condiment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sauce
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Prepare the cucumber by grating and draining it well.
- Combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, dill, and lemon juice in a bowl.
- Mix until beautifully blended.
- Season to perfection with salt and pepper.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve with grilled meats, wraps, or pita bread.
Notes
For spicier tzatziki, add a pinch of cayenne pepper. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg