The Parker's Greek Edition Tzatziki Aka Yogurt And Gyro Sauce Recipe

Craving authentic Greek flavor? This tzatziki recipe, straight from a Kefalonian friend, is ridiculously simple – even kids can help! Skip the overpriced store-bought versions and make your own incredibly fresh and flavorful dip in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a mezze (Greek appetizer) for dipping pita bread, or as a sensational topping for meats, poultry, kefta, and more! This versatile sauce is also amazing with Parker's Tandoori Chicken (recipe sold separately). Try a refreshing twist by omitting the dill and oregano, and adding 1 tablespoon of fresh mint instead!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 34.4 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for The Parker's Greek Edition Tzatziki Aka Yogurt And Gyro Sauce

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How to Make The Parker's Greek Edition Tzatziki Aka Yogurt And Gyro Sauce

  1. Grate the cucumber and place it in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to drain excess water. Squeeze out any remaining moisture.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the drained cucumber, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and oregano.
  3. Stir gently to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. For the mint variation: Omit dill and oregano. Add 1 tablespoon of finely chopped fresh mint instead.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

2g

Carbs

0g

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