Easy Tzatziki Sauce Recipe

Whip up this incredibly refreshing and flavorful Easy Tzatziki Sauce in just 5 minutes! Perfect as a dip for vegetables, a topping for grilled meats, or a spread for sandwiches. This light and creamy recipe from Cooking Light is guaranteed to become your new favorite.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 160.6 kcal
Protein 26g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Easy Tzatziki Sauce

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How to Make Easy Tzatziki Sauce

  1. Grate the cucumber and place it in a fine-mesh sieve. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and let sit for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture. Squeeze out any remaining liquid.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber, 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill, 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint, 2 cloves minced garlic, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, lemon juice, or herbs to your preference.
  5. Refrigerate in an airtight container for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Even better if chilled for up to 2 days!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

71g

Fat

12g

Carbs

6g

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