Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

Creamy, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Greek Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, also known as tzatziki, is a must-have condiment for any occasion. Made with rich Greek yogurt, crisp English cucumber, aromatic garlic, and fresh dill, this quick 15-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance between zesty and savory. A splash of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil elevate the flavor, while a touch of salt and pepper rounds it out. Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein, this versatile sauce is perfect as a dip for vegetables and pita bread, or as a cooling accompaniment to grilled meats, gyros, and falafel. Easy to make ahead and best served chilled, it’s the ultimate Mediterranean-inspired addition to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by grating the cucumber. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible to prevent the sauce from becoming watery.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves finely or use a garlic press.

Step 3

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the grated and squeezed cucumber, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 5

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary (add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference).

Step 6

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the sauce for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, fresh vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled meats, gyros, or falafel.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	815.4 grams (815.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	502

Total Fat 16.30g	21%
Saturated Fat 3.40g	17%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 1348mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 33.50g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2.50g	9%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 34.20g	68%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 2mg	9%
Potassium 987mg	21%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.1%

Protein: 32.8%

Carbs: 32.1%