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Tzatziki Sauce

A cool, creamy Greek yogurt sauce loaded with cucumber, garlic, and fresh dill. Perfect as a dip, spread, or sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.

15 minEasyServes 845 cal/serving

GreekSauceNo-CookVegetarianMediterraneanLow CarbKetoGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSoy-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 English cucumber, grated
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 1 grated English cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups full-fat Greek yogurt, drained cucumber, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill, 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint leaves, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil.

  3. 3

    Season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt and stir until well combined.

  4. 4

    Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice or salt as needed.

  5. 5

    Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

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