Homemade Tzatziki (Greek Yogurt Sauce)
Cool, creamy, and packed with bold herbaceous flavor, this homemade tzatziki is a total game-changer for everything from grilled meats to grain bowls to mezze platters. Made with thick Greek yogurt, fresh dill and mint, a touch of garlic, and crisp cucumber, it’s the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and refreshing — with a texture that’s rich yet light and spoonably soft.
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Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 23kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240g) Greek yogurt
- 3 Tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 Tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh lemon zest, from ½ medium lemon
- 1-2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup cucumber, minced
- 1 clove of garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Make the tzatziki. Combine all sauce ingredients in a large bowl, then whisk to combine. Taste, adjust seasoning as needed, then refrigerate until needed.
Notes
- Leftovers: Store leftovers covered tightly in the refrigerator to maintain freshness and consistency for up to 4 days. Do not freeze.
Nutrition
Serving: 3Tbsp tzatziki | Calories: 23kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 92IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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