Description
Tzatziki is a delightful Greek dip that embodies freshness and flavor, perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh dill or mint for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by grating the cucumber. If it’s watery, squeeze gently to remove excess moisture.
- In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and minced garlic. Add olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice.
- Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the tzatziki a quick stir and garnish with fresh dill or mint leaves. Serve with pita chips or as a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
Notes
For a creamier texture, use full-fat Greek yogurt. Experiment with flavors by adding herbs or spices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg