Tzatziki Gyro Sauce Recipe

Authentic Greek Tzatziki sauce recipe! Perfect for gyros, Greek salads, or as a delicious dipping sauce. This creamy, cool sauce features fresh cucumbers, garlic, and tangy yogurt. It's easier to make than you think and takes just minutes to prepare (plus chilling time!). Get ready to elevate your Greek meals!

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 418.1 kcal
Protein 19g
Rating 4.8 (5 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tzatziki Gyro Sauce

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How to Make Tzatziki Gyro Sauce

  1. Combine 1 English cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced, with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a colander. Let drain for 15 minutes.
  2. While the cucumber drains, mince 2 cloves of garlic and mash into a paste with 1/4 teaspoon salt. In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic paste with 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat recommended), and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Gently squeeze out excess water from the drained cucumber using your hands or a clean kitchen towel. Add the cucumber to the yogurt mixture.
  4. Stir well to combine. Season with additional salt to taste.
  5. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 3 days) to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy!
  6. (Optional) Garnish with fresh dill or mint before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

53 g

Sugar

55g

Fat

44g

Carbs

6g