Description
A creamy, refreshing condiment perfect for dipping vegetables, slathering on grilled meats, or mixing into salads.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 medium cucumber, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the cucumber. Grate it using a box grater, and then place it in a clean towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze it to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, olive oil, chopped dill, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
- Gently fold in the grated cucumber until evenly distributed.
- Taste the tzatziki and adjust seasonings if desired. Cover the bowl and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Notes
Serve as a dip for fresh vegetables or a topping for grilled meats. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg