Tzatziki

Name: Tzatziki
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 500g Full-Fat Greek Yogurt, strained; 1 Cucumber, grated and very well squeezed; 3 cloves of Garlic, finely grated; 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 2 tsp Red Wine Vinegar; 2 tbsp Fresh Dill, finely chopped; 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt; Some Pepper (Black)

Tzatziki is a cool, creamy Greek dip made from thick yogurt, crisp cucumber and bright herbs—refreshing, tangy and garlicky all at once. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats, pita, or as a vibrant spread for sandwiches. Simple to make and best after a short chill so the flavors can mingle.

Tzatziki is a cool, creamy Greek dip made from thick yogurt, crisp cucumber and bright herbs—refreshing, tangy and garlicky all at... Show more

Traditional Greek Recipe

Health Grade

B · Healthy

Rating

4.7

Time

45 min

Price

0,52 €

Calories

189 kcal

vegetarian

low calorie

quick

easy

Method

Prep the cucumber

Wash the Cucumber, trim off the ends, grate it on the coarse side of a grater, and squeeze it very firmly in a clean towel or your hands until it is almost dry. The drier it is, the thicker and creamier the tzatziki will stay.

Grate the garlic

Using the fine side of a grater, grate the 3 cloves of Garlic into a paste. You want it very fine so it disappears into the yogurt instead of leaving sharp little bits.

Mix the dip

In a medium bowl, stir together the Full-Fat Greek Yogurt, grated cucumber, grated garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Red Wine Vinegar, Fresh Dill, Fine Sea Salt, and black Pepper until the mixture is smooth and evenly flecked with cucumber and herbs. Taste and adjust with a little more salt or vinegar if you want it brighter.

Chill briefly

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes so the garlic mellows and the flavors come together. Give it one quick stir before serving.

Serve cold

Spoon the tzatziki into a serving bowl and finish with a light drizzle of olive oil or a little extra dill on top if you like. Serve it cold with pita, grilled meat, or crisp vegetables.