Zaziki

Experience the irresistible freshness of homemade Zaziki, a classic Greek yogurt dip that perfectly balances creamy, tangy, and savory flavors. Made with thick, velvety Greek yogurt, crisp grated cucumber, and a hint of zesty fresh dill, this recipe is elevated with aromatic minced garlic, a splash of olive oil, and a squeeze of bright lemon juice. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, Zaziki is an easy-to-make dip that pairs beautifully with pita bread, crunchy veggie sticks, or as a cooling accompaniment to grilled meats. Perfect for summer gatherings or a Mediterranean-inspired meal, this versatile and healthy dip can be prepared ahead, offering a delicious burst of flavor from the very first bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

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

Directions

Step 1

Peel the English cucumber and grate it using a box grater. Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture over the sink.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the squeezed cucumber and Greek yogurt.

Step 3

Mince the garlic cloves finely and add them to the yogurt mixture.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh dill and stir it into the yogurt mixture.

Step 5

Add the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Serve chilled as a dip with pita bread, vegetable sticks, or as a sauce for grilled meats.

Step 8

Store any leftover zaziki in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	847.4 grams (847.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	613

Total Fat 37.70g	48%
Saturated Fat 10.40g	52%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 24mg	8%
Sodium 2540mg	110%
Total Carbohydrate 39.10g	14%
Dietary Fiber 2.80g	10%
Total Sugars 19.80g
Protein 39.20g	78%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 2mg	11%
Potassium 1128mg	24%

*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: 52.0%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 24.0%