Tzatziki Sauce
Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, large, peeled, seeded, grated, and thoroughly squeezed dry
- 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt, plain, full-fat
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, or fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Using a box grater, grate the peeled and seeded cucumber. Place the grated cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. This step is crucial for a thick, non-watery tzatziki.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Combine ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thoroughly squeezed grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), chopped fresh dill, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well with a spoon or whisk until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Chill the tzatziki: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in a more harmonious and delicious sauce.
⏱️ 30 min
- 4
Taste and serve: Before serving, give the tzatziki another stir and taste. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash more vinegar/lemon juice if desired. Serve cold as a dip with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a condiment for grilled meats.
⏱️ 5 min
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Tzatziki Sauce
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber, large, peeled, seeded, grated, and thoroughly squeezed dry
- 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt, plain, full-fat
- 2 garlic, cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, or fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Prepare the cucumber: Using a box grater, grate the peeled and seeded cucumber. Place the grated cucumber in a fine-mesh sieve or a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible. This step is crucial for a thick, non-watery tzatziki.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Combine ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the thoroughly squeezed grated cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, white wine vinegar (or lemon juice), chopped fresh dill, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir well with a spoon or whisk until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Chill the tzatziki: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Chilling allows the flavors to meld and deepen, resulting in a more harmonious and delicious sauce.
⏱️ 30 min - 4
Taste and serve: Before serving, give the tzatziki another stir and taste. Adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or a splash more vinegar/lemon juice if desired. Serve cold as a dip with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a condiment for grilled meats.
⏱️ 5 min