Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce Rezept

Experience the cool, creamy perfection of authentic Greek Tzatziki sauce! This incredibly versatile condiment is perfect for gyro sandwiches, as a dip for vegetables, or even as a topping for grilled meats. Made with creamy Greek yogurt (or easily adapted for regular yogurt), crisp cucumbers, fresh herbs, and a hint of garlic, our recipe delivers the authentic taste of Greece. Learn how to achieve that perfect thick consistency, or enjoy a slightly runnier version - both are delicious! This easy-to-follow recipe makes a fantastic side dish or the star ingredient of your next Mediterranean feast.

Vorbereitung 45 Min.

Kochzeit 180 Min.

Kalorien 5 kcal

Eiweiß 0g

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Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

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Zutaten für Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

1 cup thick Greek yogurt (or regular yogurt, see instructions)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Garlic Clove
English Cucumber
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Fresh Dill
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper

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Zubereitung von Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Peel 1 large cucumber and dice it into small pieces (about 1 cup diced).
Place the diced cucumber in a colander, sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of salt, and toss gently.
Cover the colander with a plate and place a heavy object on top (e.g., a can of beans or a book).
Let the cucumber sit for 30 minutes to drain excess water. After 30 minutes, thoroughly pat the cucumber dry with paper towels.
In a food processor or blender, combine the drained cucumber, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh dill (or 1 tablespoon of dried), and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh mint (optional). Add a few grinds of black pepper.
Process until the mixture is finely blended but not completely pureed. A little texture is desirable.
In a medium bowl, gently stir in 1 cup of thick Greek yogurt (or use regular yogurt – see note below).
Taste and add salt to your preference (start with 1/2 teaspoon and adjust).
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably longer) to allow the flavors to meld.
This tzatziki will keep for several days in the refrigerator. Before serving, stir well and drain off any excess water that may have accumulated.
**Note for using regular yogurt:** To achieve a thicker consistency similar to Greek yogurt, line a fine-mesh sieve or colander with cheesecloth (quadruple layered for best results). Spoon the yogurt into the cheesecloth, gather the edges, and tie with kitchen string. Suspend over a bowl for 2 hours to drain excess whey. The yogurt should now resemble sour cream in consistency.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

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Wie lange dauert die Zubereitung von Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce?

Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce dauert insgesamt etwa 225 Minuten – ungefähr 45 Minuten Vorbereitung und 180 Minuten Kochzeit.

Wie viele Kalorien hat Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce?

Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce hat etwa 5 Kalorien pro Portion, mit ungefähr 0 g Eiweiß, 0 g Kohlenhydraten und 0 g Fett.

Welche Zutaten brauche ich für Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce?

Die wichtigsten Zutaten für Tzatziki Sauce Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce sind Greek Yogurt, Lemon Juice, Garlic Clove, English Cucumber, Salt, Fresh Dill. Die vollständige Liste mit Mengenangaben findest du oben.