Description
This easy homemade tzatziki sauce recipe is a refreshing and creamy Greek condiment made with yogurt, cucumber, and herbs. Perfect for dipping, spreading, or as a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables, it comes together quickly with minimal ingredients and no cooking required.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cucumber
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- Dash of garlic powder
- Dash of pepper
- Dash of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the cucumber: Peel the cucumber, slice it lengthwise, and carefully scoop out the seeds using a spoon. Then finely dice the cucumber into small pieces to ensure a smooth texture in the sauce.
- Combine ingredients: In a small bowl, add the diced cucumber, plain yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dried dill, garlic powder, pepper, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined and the sauce has a creamy consistency.
- Chill before serving: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the tzatziki sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly before serving.
Notes
- For best results, use Greek-style plain yogurt for a thicker, creamier dip.
- You can substitute fresh dill for dried dill if available; use about 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill instead.
- Adjust garlic powder and salt to taste.
- Remove excess water from cucumber by squeezing diced cucumber in a clean towel to avoid watery sauce.
- Serve chilled as a dip for pita, a topping for gyros, or a sauce for grilled meats and vegetables.
