Tzatziki Homemade

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors, this Tzatziki Homemade recipe is the ultimate Greek dip that’s as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Made with rich and velvety Greek yogurt, crisp grated English cucumber, aromatic garlic, and a hint of fresh dill, this classic tzatziki is elevated with a touch of lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil for a vibrant, zesty finish. Perfectly balanced with just the right seasoning of salt and pepper, this no-cook recipe comes together in only 15 minutes and serves as a versatile, chilled condiment that pairs beautifully with pita bread, fresh veggies, grilled meats, or gyros. Refrigerating it allows the flavors to meld into a refreshing dip or sauce that’s perfect for your next Mediterranean-inspired meal or party spread, making it a must-try for fans of healthy, homemade sauces.

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 pieces Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Peel the cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Once grated, place the cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Discard the liquid and set the cucumber aside.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, and minced garlic cloves.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl. Mix in the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

Stir everything together until evenly combined. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 5

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	816.4 grams (816.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	496

Total Fat 16.30g	21%
Saturated Fat 3.30g	16%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 1347mg	59%
Total Carbohydrate 33.60g	12%
Dietary Fiber 2.50g	9%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 34.20g	68%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 416mg	32%
Iron 2mg	8%
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: 32.7%

Carbs: 32.2%