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Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

5 from 42 votes
overhead view of creamy tzatziki sauce in a bowl
Creamy and light, yet full of flavor, this tzatziki sauce recipe is easy to make in just five minutes and makes a delicious dip or topping for chicken gyros, pita sandwiches, salads, and more!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
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Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings:6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 english cucumber, peeled and finely grated, see note
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, see note
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh baby dill
  • 1 tablespoon fresh-squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon cracked black pepper, or to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

  • Stir together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, dill, salt, and pepper.
  • Taste, add salt and pepper if needed.
  • Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Notes

Greek yogurt: For the best, most flavorful tzatziki, I recommend using full-fat plain Greek yogurt. I have used reduced fat and non-fat with good results, but my favorite is definitely the full-fat option for best flavor!
Cucumber: squeeze the grated cucumber, wrapped in paper towels or in your hands, over the sink to get rid of excess liquid before adding to the tzatziki sauce mixture. 

Nutrition

Calories: 71 kcal, Carbohydrates: 4 g, Protein: 4 g, Fat: 5 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g, Trans Fat: 1 g, Cholesterol: 2 mg, Sodium: 401 mg, Potassium: 127 mg, Fiber: 1 g, Sugar: 2 g, Vitamin A: 54 IU, Vitamin C: 2 mg, Calcium: 48 mg, Iron: 1 mg
Course: Sauce / Condiment
Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean
Author: Tiffany